Valentino Rossi’s 10 greatest MotoGP races
As the Italian legend finally bows out and retires from MotoGP, it marks the end of one of the most incredible careers in motorsport history. Here is Motorsport.com's pick of his best rides and the stories behind them
After 26 seasons, 432 grands prix, nine world titles and 115 victories, Valentino Rossi's glittering MotoGP career came to an end at the final round of the 2021 season in Valencia.
With plenty of races to pick from, Rossi's greatest moments arguably outrank any of his rivals', past or present, and encapsulate the history of motorcycle racing's biggest ever star.
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