The FIM accuses Valentino Rossi of ‘leaving in the fire’ in the controversy between Marc Márquez and Pecco Bagnaia
In a surprising decision, the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) accused Valentino Rossi of exacerbating the controversy between Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia. The statement ties in with recent comments from Rossi, which the FIM believes have inflamed tensions within the MotoGP community and attracted more attention to the heated rivalry.
During a recent press conference, Rossi made comments that some interpreted as criticisms of Márquez’s aggressive leadership style, suggesting that he created an unsafe environment on the track. “The way some drivers board the cars can make others dangerous, and it’s something we should board,” stated Rossi, which provoked a wave of reactions from fans and competitors.
The response from the FIM was not to be expected and the directors stated: “We believe that certain comments can lead to the escape of existing rivalries. As a retired figure of the sport, Rossi must be careful of how his words can affect the dynamics between the pilots”. This statement highlights the organization’s concern about the possible repercussions of public comments made by veteran runners like Rossi.
Both Márquez and Bagnaia have been at the center of controversy for their braking on the track, and their rivalry has increased in recent races. Rossi’s comments seem to have intensified the story even more, and aficionados have enthusiastically debated the implications of his participation in the saga.
The situation has caused several actors in the sport to take a greater responsibility for their actions and responsibilities among the most displaced figures. Many believe that respect and sporting spirit must come first in rivalries to maintain a positive environment in MotoGP.
As time advances, all the sights will be placed in Rossi, Márquez and Bagnaia to see how they respond to this last meeting. Will he change Rossi’s plan or will he continue by increasing the rivalry? The MotoGP community hopes for more weeks to see that the drama evolves.