MotoGP does not yet fully assess what it will lose when Valentino Rossi is no longer there. But what seems certain is that there will be fewer emotions. Because the Doctor aroused a lot of people, to the point of hysteria, which always surprised him. He looks back on this aspect of his prolific career, realizing its impact while still being surprised by it…
Valentino Rossi certainly has a track record which alone deserves respect, but the added value of the man from Tavullia is that he has extended the notoriety of motorcycling. Even in ordinary homes, thus attracting a population and a generation that the motorcycle Grands Prix would never have seen on its stands without him. An aspect of his work of which he can legitimately feel proud: “ I think the difference between me and all the other great riders in MotoGP history is this: for some reason I was able to bring a lot of people closer to motorcycle racing ", said Red su Motorsport. " Without me, they don't know MotoGP or 125cc or 250cc, especially in Italy».
« So I did something early in my career that caused emotion in normal people and I'm very proud of it, because it's something really special. And the other side is that it's harder to have a normal life, because you're always under pressure. You must change your life. But I always try to make it as normal as possible, not change much, and that's how it is. It doesn't matter, I still enjoy it » he analyzes.
Rossi: “it’s the most important thing I’ve done in my career, with the results”
« It seems that, especially in Italy, a lot of people are starting to follow motorcycle races to follow me, added Red. " It's a bit like what happened with Alberto Tomba in skiing. So, I think it's the most important thing I've done in my career, with the results ».
This interest also turns to affection and this is not the least of the aspects that appeal to the Doctor: “ I honestly don't know why, but I think I entertain a lot of people on Sunday afternoons and a lot of people enjoy it. They have one or two hours during their Sunday where they don't think about anything and just like to follow my races ».
« So, I think that's the best thing. Now the results aren't fantastic, but everyone is coming to me. Some people cry, and for me it’s always a surprise because I say “don’t cry, why are you crying?” ». But it's like that. SO, I think it's the biggest emotion ". With that to come of his last arrival in MotoGP...
