Why compare Marc Márquez and Valentino Rossi?

Márquez's rivalry with Rossi is one of the most famous in MotoGP history, characterized by intense battles on the track and dramatic moments that captivated fans.

Marc Márquez

Key numbers

  • Total Grand Prix WinsOver 90
  • Total Podium FinishesOver 150
  • Total Races CompetedMultiple
  • Pole PositionsMultiple
  • Championships Won9

Top honours

  • MotoGP World Championships7 titles (2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2025)
  • 125cc World Championship1 title (2010)
  • Moto2 World Championship1 title (2012)
  • Laureus World Sports AwardBreakthrough of the Year
  • All-time Grand Prix Record for Pole PositionsEqualled in 2016
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Valentino Rossi

Valentino Rossi is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.