for his rookie status blocking him from stepping up to the factory team immediately. The move would see Marquez emulate Valentino Rossi in 2000 when he ran in Nastro Azzurro colours.His personal manager, Emilio Alzamoro has reportedly started discussions

of famous names from the world of two-wheeled motorsport who have taken part in The Race of Champions, with others including seven-time MotoGP Champion Valentino Rossi, triple World Superbike Champion Troy Bayliss and multiple X-Games gold medallist Travis

riders in the history of motorcycle racing. For next year he won't be there so it's going to be a little easier all the other riders, for sure.Valentino Rossi:Yeah, it was a big surprise because personally I think he could have continued at a minimum

the rule will actually work. For me, it could be that it would be better if I were to create a Claiming Rule Team with Valentino Rossi. Then I will have more engines and can use more fuel." Referring to the 12 engines and 24-litres of fuel that the CRT

not been killed at the Italian GP in 1973. Like Max Biaggi, who won the opening round of his first 500 season in 1998. Like Jorge Lorenzo, with his single race win last year. And like Valentino Rossi, who won twice in 2000, and came second overall. Were