Why does Rossi not like Marquez?

A series of incidents in 2015 – culminating in the infamous Sepang clash after Rossi accused Marquez of conspiring to sabotage his title hopes in the previous Australian GP – led to a bitter falling out between the pair, with their relationship strained ever since.
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Why does Valentino Rossi dislike Marc Marquez?

Valentino Rossi has vented his frustration at missing out on the 2015 MotoGP title in Valencia, slamming Marc Marquez for "protecting" newly-crowned champion Jorge Lorenzo throughout the 30-lap race.
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Are Marquez and Rossi friends?

MotoGP, Marquez: “I don't have a good relationship with Rossi, but he's to be admired” | GPone.com.
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What happened between Rossi and Honda?

The relationship between Rossi and Honda soured in 2003 as he felt his contribution to HRC's success was not being given enough credit, with the Italian signing for Yamaha for 2004.
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Why did Marc Marquez leave MotoGP?

After finishing fifth in Qatar, Marquez was ruled out of the Indonesian Grand Prix after a violent warm-up crash left him with a concussion – which then led to the return of double vision problems, which forced him to sit out the following Argentina GP.
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Why is Marquez not in MotoGP 2022?

Marc Marquez admits he's “not in my sweet moment” in MotoGP in 2022 as he continues to struggle to adapt to the new Honda following an underwhelming Portuguese Grand Prix. The six-time world champion was expected to be one of the main combatants in Sunday's race at Portimao despite qualifying down in ninth.
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What's wrong with Marquez?

Marc Marquez suffered a violent crash during the warm-up session for the Indonesian Grand Prix last month and was ruled out of the race after sustaining a concussion. On his way home from Indonesia, he began to experience double vision problems and was diagnosed with a new episode of what is known as diplopia.
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Who is better Marquez or Rossi?

Rossi has proven to be the faster rider in a wider variety of conditions, during a longer career. Marquez will attain the same or better level of talent as Rossi in a few more years. He is learning from the best talent in Rossi.
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Is Marquez the goat?

Earlier this month, Visordown ran a poll asking whether you thought Marc Marquez was the veritable GOAT – aka. the Greatest of all-time – in MotoGP and more than 1.3k of you responded… with a majority 'no'. To be exact, the result was a 41% 'Yes' he is the GOAT to 59% 'No' he isn't.
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Is Marquez the best ever?

In this regard, Marquez currently ranks third in the all-time list. At the time of writing, the Spaniard's six 500cc titles puts him one behind Rossi and two behind the Doctor's fellow Italian, Giacomo Agostini, who also happens to be the most decorated motorcycle rider ever.
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What color is Valentino Rossi?

For the millions of Filipino motorcycle racing fans, the name Valentino Rossi is almost synonymous with the world of MotoGP, and his signature “Vale Yellow” racing color can be found on many helmets, riding gear, and even motorcycle decals.
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Will Marc Marquez surpass Rossi?

In his nine years in MotoGP, Marquez is just one title shy of Rossi's tally of seven and is expected to surpass this once he returns to full fitness following his nine-month injury layoff last year.
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How rich is Valentino Rossi?

Valentino Rossi's net worth is estimated at $120 million, which comes from his salary as a motorcycle racer and his product endorsements. The 38-year-old is one of the world's most talented sportsperson and also the richest.
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Who is the fastest rider in MotoGP?

Valentino Rossi holds the record for the most race fastest laps recorded in the premier 500cc/MotoGP class with 76. Giacomo Agostini is second with 69 fastest laps, and Marc Márquez is third with 59 fastest laps.
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Who is the best MotoGP rider of all time?

1. Valentino Rossi is the greatest MotoGP driver of all time. Valentino Rossi has been voted the MotoGP GOAT. This means that he is the greatest MotoGP GOAT of all time.
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Has KTM ever won a MotoGP race?

KTM made history in Brno, Czech Republic yesterday as Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Brad Binder sensationally clinched the Austrian manufacturer's first MotoGP victory in only his third premier class race aboard the KTM RC16.
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Why is Rossi called The Doctor?

It was a jokey alias he assumed during his youth as he progressed through the ranks. Rossi often quips that he's called The Doctor because Rossi is such a common surname in Italian medical circles.
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Why does Rossi not win?

He doesn't win anymore, not because he doesn't have the strength or the skills, he doesn't win because he is "older" and understands the danger more, unconsciously, without even realizing it. Young riders don't see the danger, they only see the chequered flag. It happens to everyone.
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Who is better Rossi or Lorenzo?

Rossi is the all time rider with more victories, 89, in 500cc/MotoGP. He drove a Ducati in 2011 and 2012 and since 2013 he is back with Yamaha. Rossi had three very good seasons in a row ending up 2nd in 2014, 2015, and 2016.
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Is Marc Marquez OK after his crash?

Honda's Marc Marquez says he is "OK" following a 180km/h (112mph) crash which ruled him out of Sunday's Indonesian Grand Prix. The 29-year-old Spaniard high-sided over his bike during a warm-up session and was left with concussion.
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How many crashes has Marquez had?

Speaking ahead of Sunday's weather-delayed race, Puig told motogp.com: “Marc had these three crashes and we have to try to understand why, because his crash from today was brutal.
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Why is Marc Marquez not riding in Argentina?

Honda has announced Marc Marquez will sit out this weekend's MotoGP Argentine Grand Prix following the shocking accident in Indonesia that left him with vision problems.
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How many world championships does Marc Marquez have?

Marc Márquez Alentà is the youngest rider to win a MotoGP championship. The Cervera rider has won eight world championships, six in Moto GP, one in Moto 2, and another in Moto3. He considers himself familiar and straightforward. Marc never throws in the towel, and less so now after his arm injury.
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