Ahead of MotoGP Spain 2025, Rossi vs Marquez Rivalry Resurfaces

As MotoGP Spain 2025 approaches, the dark tale of the rivalry between Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez has resurfaced — highlighting the controversial side of the legendary Italian rider.

Rossi’s career, which began in the 125cc class and ended with his retirement in late 2021, was marked by historic achievements, including nine world championship titles. Known as The Doctor, Rossi played a major role in popularizing MotoGP across the globe.

Despite his fame and influence, Rossi was also involved in several heated rivalries, none more infamous than his clash with Marc Marquez — the Spanish rider who now races for the Ducati factory team alongside Francesco Bagnaia.

The peak of their feud came during the 2015 Sepang Clash — a controversial incident that split the MotoGP fanbase and remains a topic of debate to this day.