MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi rejected move to shock F1 team after
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Valentino Rossi has unveiled a surprising chapter in his career, sharing that he was presented with a unique chance to switch gears to Formula 1 while
Valentino Rossi has unveiled a surprising chapter in his career, sharing that he was presented with a unique chance to switch gears to Formula 1 while still in his biking pomp.
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MotoGP legend Marc Marquez discusses F1 switch after private Red
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MotoGP at 1000: Autosport's favourite races
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Valentino Rossi's MotoGP team moves through the years
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Movistar Yamaha MotoGP unveils 2014 challenger
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Motorbike icon Valentino Rossi, 41, retires today after nine
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MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi rejected move to shock F1 team after
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Valentino Rossi didn't see Morbidelli's flying MotoGP bike
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On This Day in #F1: 2nd February
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Lewis Hamilton had to be stopped from riding Valentino Rossi
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Rossi ready for emotional farewell in MotoGP finale
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Motorbike icon Valentino Rossi, 41, retires today after nine
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Valentino Rossi told 'the podium is getting closer' after season
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