Alex Márquez, from MotoGP, defused the controversy with a bold and joking declaration of several words addressed to the legend of motorcycling Valentino Rossi, accusing him of fearing that his brother, Marc Márquez, would suffer an eclipse on his legacy. The commentary, which revived the wide rivalry between the fields of Márquez and Rossi, quickly spread through the paddock and led MotoGP fans to care about it.
During an interview after the race, Alex Márquez was not offended, saying: “Valentino only remembers that Marc’s eclipse—he knows it.” The commentary, short but interesting, seems to be directed at Rossi’s continued participation in the sport even after his retirement and the comparisons that persist among the two legendary pilots.
The rivalry between Marc Márquez and Valentino Rossi is one of the most iconic in the history of MotoGP, with years of tension and braving on the track. Alex Márquez’s declaration adds a new cap of fuel to the fire, with many speculating that Rossi’s pride and legacy could be tormented by Marc’s continued success in the sport.
Rossi, who retired from MotoGP but continues to be influential with his VR46 team, did not respond to Alex Márquez’s comments. However, aficionados of both drivers have returned to the social ranks, some defending Rossi’s legacy while others support Márquez and his goal of surpassing Rossi’s records.
As the MotoGP season progresses, this last verbal exchange between both sides adds another element of drama to the battles on and off the track. Whether Rossi will respond or will continue as the following commentary remains a mystery, but Alex’s bold statement certainly caught the attention of the MotoGP world.