Valentino Rossi's rivalry with Marc Marquez intensifies at Misano
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Valentino Rossi returned to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli on September 15, 2026, where he supported his VR46 Racing team. Marc Marquez showcased strong performance by winning both the sprint and Grand Prix, leveling with Rossi in the championship standings. Tensions from their historical rivalry remain evident, as Rossi celebrated a rival's overtake on Marquez, fueling social media reactions. Rossi also announced plans for a new autobiography, which Marquez acknowledged he might read after retirement.
- •Marquez won the sprint and Grand Prix at Misano.
- •Rossi's tensions with Marquez persist since their 2015 clash.
- •Rossi celebrated an overtake of Marquez during the race.
- •Rossi plans to release a new autobiography.
- •Marquez is currently tied with Rossi in championship titles.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Valentino Rossi reaction shows Marc Marquez rivalry is far from over
"MotoGP returned to what used to be Valentino Rossi’s home race, and his rivalry with Marc Marquez was more in the spotlight than ever. The Italian motorsport legend was on the scene in Misano to support his VR46 Racing team at the track near where he was born and grew up.
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