Motivation is the key. More than training, more than experience or age, motivation counts. You have to ask yourself: 'Why am I racing?' I race because I like it, because I'm really enjoying it. I like to set up my… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
The tragic incident of Luis Salom reminds us that our sport, our passion, is dangerous. We know it but, in a way, we don't… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
You need to realise that, if you want to go on, you have to work hard. If you dwell too much on your past… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Barcelona is a special track. I have always loved the layout of the circuit, but also the atmosphere and the fans are special. It… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I would have probably stolen cars - it would have given me the same adrenaline rush as racing. — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
The work that we do during the winter is very important; we have a new bike and it's important to develop it during this… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Also, when I started racing he knew a lot of people and it was more easy for me to find the first bike, so… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I am still here because I like to prove myself. I still like to ride the bike on track and enjoy the races. I… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
As for the level of spectacle of the two disciplines, I leave it to the people who watch the races to comment. — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
I have so much respect for my opponents; many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me! — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Maybe if Graziano make another work or another sport I wouldn't have had this passion to be a rider — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
Friendship is very important to me. With some friends, we've known each other since we were kids and it's a very strong relationship. They… — Valentino Rossi Copy Share Image
