F1 reacts to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi's retirement announcement
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Figures from Formula 1 have sent their warmest wishes to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, after the nine-time champion announced on Thursday that he would be calling time on his 26-year career at the end of this season.
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Norris and Hamilton pay tribute to seven-time MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi ahead of his final race
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MotoGP fans hail Valentino Rossi for unique technique despite Motegi crash - Daily Star
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MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi announces retirement
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F1 reacts to Valentino Rossi MotoGP retirement
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Valentino Rossi: The end of an era for motorsport legend - BBC Sport
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MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi impressed with the growing passion for motorsport in region
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Valentino Rossi to retire at the end of 2021 : r/formula1
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OT] Valentino Rossi expected to announce MotoGP retirement later today. : r/formula1