MotoGP | GP Misano 2 Press Conference: Rossi on the fans, "We've always had fun together"

MotoGP 2021 Misano GP Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna Press Conference 2021 – Valentino Rossi was one of the protagonists of the pre-race press conference of the Nolan Grand Prix of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna.

The "Doctor" will race for the last time with a MotoGP in front of his fans, for a weekend that promises to be exciting for the Pesaro native.

Statements Valentino Rossi Press Conference GP Misano Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“It's a strange situation, we're racing at Misano for the second time in the season and it's always special. There is usually only one race per season, but with the pandemic we have become accustomed to racing on the same circuit twice. It will be a great opportunity to greet all the Italian fans at my home circuit. We hope to have good weather and a dry race.”

Statements by Valentino Rossi “Popolo Giallo” Misano Nolan Press Conference on Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“Ours is a long history, we are talking about more than 400 races, I can only thank everyone. I have always had incredible support not only in Italy, but also abroad. I always gave my best and we always had fun together. There are two more races left and it's always a little sad when it comes to the end.”

Statements Valentino Rossi Press Conference GP Misano Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“The goal for this weekend is to stay fully concentrated, I won't think that it will be my last race in front of my fans. I will give my all to try to stay in the Top Ten.”

Valentino Rossi Statements on Title Fight Bagnaia Vs Quartararo Misano GP Press Conference Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“I think Fabio (Quartararo) wants to close it as soon as possible. I advised 'Pecco' (Bagnaia) to do the same thing as in the first race at Misano 1... it's a good challenge, both deserve to fight for the title.”

Valentino Rossi Statements on Dazn Interview and Paranoia Withdrawal GP Misano Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“In Austria when I announced my retirement everyone asked me how I felt. There I officially made the decision, but I had to stay focused on the rest of the season. In Valencia it will be different because it will be my last race, it will be more exciting. 'Paranoia' is a saying in Italy, it's not the end of the world and I won't change my mind.”

Statements by Valentino Rossi on Casey Stoner GP Misano Nolan of Made in Italy and Emilia-Romagna

“I raced with Stoner in the past, throughout his career. He showed all his talent right from the start and I always liked racing with him, I think he was one of the strongest."