Valentino Rossi Faces Criticism for Reaction to Marc Marquez Crash at Spanish GP

The Crash That Changed the Race

Marc Marquez suffered a major setback during the Spanish GP after crashing on lap 3 of the 25-lap race. At the time, the Ducati rider was in a strong position for a podium finish.

Despite the incident, Marquez showed determination and managed to finish in 12th place, earning four championship points. This contrasted with his earlier success in the sprint race, where he had claimed an impressive victory.

Valentino Rossi’s Reaction Sparks Debate

While fans sympathized with Marquez’s misfortune, attention quickly turned to Valentino Rossi, owner of the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team.

A video that has gone viral on social media shows Rossi reacting animatedly to Marquez’s crash, which some fans interpreted as celebratory. The clip, captured by amateur cameras, reignited discussions about the longstanding rivalry between the two riders, as reported by paddock-gp.com.

Fan Backlash on Social Media 

Many MotoGP enthusiasts expressed disappointment in Rossi’s behavior, stating that as a team owner and motorsport legend, he should have shown more empathy toward a fellow rider — especially one with whom he shares a storied history.

Although Rossi has yet to make a public statement, the incident has reignited discussions about sportsmanship and the emotional intensity that surrounds the world of MotoGP.