Rossi, this one rider is arguably The Legend. Like a dish without salt, MotoGP races won't live without it.
Valentino Rossi is one of the most MotoGP drivers in the world. Rossi's name began to be known in the Grand Prix (GP) racing event since 1996 when he began plunging into the 125cc class. In 1998 he went to 250cc and 2000-500cc and still remains in the main class of MotoGP.
Behind his big name, there are many unique things about Rossi that many people don't know about. Here's the review.
1. Born to a racing family
Rossi was born to be a driver. He grew up in an environment that was very supportive of his career. His father, Graziano Rossi was a big rider in the '70s. Automatically large in a thick racing atmosphere. When kids his age are playing toys, Rossi plays with real racing motorbikes in the middle of the famous paddock of Luca Cadalora or Loris Reggiani.2. Rossi's date of birth
Rossi was born in the womb of a mother named Stefania Palma in Urbino, Italy, February 16, 1979. Apparently Rossi's date of birth was exactly the same as his father's first victory (Graziano Rossi) in the 250cc GP in Rijeka, Yugoslavia. Whether coincidentally or planned, this is sure to be one of Rossi's uniqueness.3. Having a dilute brain
Rossi is known as a genius racer. Although so smart in the world of racing with a record 9 times world champion, Rossi got the title of The Doctor. However, it turns out Rossi is not only good at racing. The proof, Rossi received a doctorate in communication at Urbino University located in Urbino City, Italy.4. Sun and Moon
For MotoGP fans, it's definitely familiar with the sun and moon logos that are always attached to Rossi. One that is always attached to the tesebut logo is a helmet. The sun and moon in terminology are defined as Yin and Yang, two very opposite sides but impossible to separate. Until now the sun and moon seemed to be Rossi's identity on the race track.5. Rossi and biography
Rossi's phenomenal figure sometimes makes everyone jealous. Since childhood, he wanted to be the fastest driver. He has achieved his dream of becoming a world champion. Until finally in 2005 Rossi launched a book called "What If I Never Try It?"In his book, Rossi revealed many things he had never revealed to the media. In addition to reviewing Rossi's success at the GP event, in his book we were also invited to see the early days of his career, every day with his friends in Urbino, Italy, and more.
6. World champion with 3 different motorcycle brands
Since the first race in the world championship, the Italian rider has won 9 world titles. Three world motorcycle manufacturers also enjoy the results. While still in 125cc, Rossi won the world championship in the 1997 season with Aprilia. He made the same title again in the 250cc class, which was also with the Aprilia manufacturer in 1999.Rossi's name is increasingly known to the public. In 2001 in the 500cc class, number 46 also won the world title with Honda. With Honda Rossi's career continuing to shine. In 2002 and 2003 he again became world champion. At that time the GP500 Class was renamed MotoGP.
In 2004, Rossi surprised the public when choosing to move to the Yamaha team. In that first year he also became world champion. The same incision he achieved in the following year. Rossi also became world champion with Yamaha in 2008 and 2009.