Rossi entered the premier class in 2000. Here we are 18 years later and not only is he still relevant, he is a threat for the win or at least a podium on any given race day. He made some transitions that others couldn't; 2 stroke to 4 stroke, traction control, dragging knees to dragging elbows, etc. Most of his pesent day competitors had posters of Rossi on their bedroom walls. The documentary "Faster" was made in 2003. It's follow-up "Fastest" came out in 2011. Watching those 2 documentaries back to back, it's amazing how many racers came and went in those 9 years....except for one. Love or hate him, a true legend.

This was the era that got me into MotoGP. Man that time was amazing!

you know rossi is the goat when he had a new rival almost every year- biaggi, gibernau, hayden, stoner, lorenzo, stoner, marquez. wow

in 20 years Rossi's english has stayed the same

You're missing one of the funniest interviews in italian. Biaggi was angry as usual and he overtook Rossi after the finish line very fast and deliberately very close to him while Vale was celebrating riding sideways. Valentino commented - ' well he's used to doing bullshit like that, evidently he's pissed as fuck for behing behind every single sunday, bye!'

Those were the best Sundays, Schumi and Rossi were the kings

I'm here because we'll never see this man race again in premiere class. But history has already been made. The Greatest of all time.

In those years I used to watch Moto GP and Formula 1 every week-end. I can't follow it anymore but Rossi and Senna are forever in my heart. Two genius at work.

I didn't thought that Tony Stark was ever racing againts Rossi.

Damn, just watching this made me realize... time really flies so fast.

Rossi is the reason MotoGP is where it currently is. The man is a true legend of the sport.

I love how Rossi carried on winning world titles even when he moved teams That shows how great he is

The old great times of bike race, when they're still using their arms, a complete full body feeling, in riding their bikes. Very very competitive, and everything could happen those times. Ah, memories :)

Rossi said it best himself. His battles with Lorenzo are the best because they had the exact same bikes and no one could say it was anything other than rider

I remember watching 2004 Welkom live on TV... I was still in extasy hours later.

Grazie tutti, Maestro! For the long way of racing, exciting moments, all falls and triumphs. You have given wisdom for many generations and many people love motorcycling because of you. Because only you did it the Best! Forza Vale, forever your fans

This rivalry between Rossi and Max biaggi no doubt is the best in history of motogp. Both riders have great talent which make motogp enjoyful to watch.

Because of Rossi and Biaggi I fell in love with motogp. now days it look's like a sad race for money. WAKE UP DOCTORE

Kinda wish to see more yellow Rossi bikes, really love that Yellow color scheme he had.

For me, this is the most epic battle of MotoGP, Two Italian fight for the first place on Japan bike

I bet whenever this two finished in podium position, the 3rd rider will be ignored 😂

4 italian at the first 4 position at Mugello 2003. Unforgettable.

Ah yes, South Africa 2004. Not sure it's the single best motorcycle race I've seen, but I really can't name one that's clearly better.

When the bike had no ECU, the race more entertaining. We saw alot of overtaking. The bikes was almost at the same level.

This is the first time I've seen nick harris...I like how he says "Valentino Rossi"

Massimiliano was a sick rider, but as a sick person he sooner or later, went to see THE DOCTOR

I was little kid when I first knew MotoGP and I saw Rossi on track. Fast forward today, fully grown up, married, with stable job and I will still see Rossi on track.

Rossi's entrance in 2004 with Yamaha.. first race and win... that was a Magical moment!

e in ogni caso, quando correvano Rossi e Biaggi insieme, hanno creato il periodo più bello della moto gp moderna

remembering Rossi vs Biaggi or Gibernau still give me stomach ache! absolutely crazy years

Suzuka 2001 Biaggi vs Valentino 🔥 Doha 2021 Miller Vs Mir 🔥

still watch on 2021?? U are legend.

Epic. Something that new generation really misses.

Two legends! Nothing but respect and admiration for these guys.

love Val flicking him off. Perfect. that was very dangerous elbowing out a rider off the track and in rain none the less. I think if you were in Val's place you would do the same. awesome rider and fun to watch.

the roman emperor was the best.if he have had the chance to be on the right teams at the right time,he'd been 500cc world champ multiple times.

this rivalry is worthy between rossi and max than today Rossi vs those spanish rider...they settled with clean race...

No better motor racing exists! Big time thanks to Valentino and Max!!!

Still watching these races in 2021. Classics

Imagine if social media was big back then

Rossi is indeed a talented racer, he is able to hypnotize his fans including I really admire when Rossi manuperates from start 26 to finish in 4th place, can't imagine some of the other riders he goes through like shaking his head, always success Rossi I support you

Rossi-what a fucking legend

It takes a legend to define a legend as they are hand in hand... epic racing between two legends that'll be forever remembered!

I remember watching these races on Sunday mornings. That was the only reason I had cable!!

They are awesome, both of them.

Valentino will be massively missed , VR46 FOREVER

That was some fun and great time..... I was born in mid 80s and this made me fell in love with MotoGp. And surely the rivalry between Rossi and Biagi

I went out on a limb and thumbs upped this before I started watching it.

46 the greatest of all time!!

Thank you, MotoGP, for improving this channel so much this offseason.

the middle finger to biaggi was one of my favorite memories of rossi.

skill rossi muda didalam menyalip lawan2nya tdk bisa diikuti oleh Mark Marquez yg sering membahayakan dan banyak makan korban

My favorite rivalry. I was sad when Biaggi left Moto GP.

I can't help but wonder if every thumbs down is a Biaggi fan lol

Love both these guys, Max def deserves more credit though, great rider

Troppo bello il dialogo sulla scalinata di Catalunya Vale: ''cazzo fai idiota?'' Max: ''oh ce n'è pure pe te eh bello!''

He is the "doctor" & still.... VR 46 🌪👌

He's a living legend

No if's or buts these two are just amazing to watch they really brought they best out in each other.

if rossi of this age meets marques there, see which one is tight in the corner, best rossi greetings 2021👍🙏

Max had a great run, better than most other contenders so go easy on him but you just gotta love Rossi and his insane craft. Great posts MotoGP.

the best fights was when Rossi was on 250cc...with Capirossi,Waldman,Harada....best time ever in moto gp story

I saw this whole feud play out on TV from the start as a teenager.

C'est magnifique de revoir ces grands combats du passé !!!

even Max put some high respect to Valentino. No like Rossi's two competitors today, who has no respect at all to the legend. Yes, they are younger, stronger, faster, but to disrespect the living legend doesn't make them to be more respected. 2015 was the dark age of MotoGP season. People will always remember how those two young riders "cooperates" to knocked down the legend.

11:57 the best! I swear.Legendary Battle \m/

Best rivalry in motorsports. EVER.

Funny thing is these 2 were more alike than different. They were both fierce competitors. I hated Biaggi and loved Rossi but I still respected him. Not like these days of moto gp. The respect is gone.

I am Thailand I like Valentino and i hope the people in the world love Valentino.

Wasn't there an incident where VR gave MB a tap on the shoulder as he went by him?

Thanks for adding the music, it really adds to it!

In my country indonesia back then when I was kid, people not saying ''moto GP'' but it was ''Moto Rossi'' 😂

As much as I love Valentino, and rooted for him during his entire career, it's impossible not to think he was at times, a bit harcore. I mean, there were incidents with Stoner, Marquez, as much as he was brilliant, he was no saint.

Wtf was Biaggi's problem with being the only Yamaha??

Valentino Rossi jaman iseh enom tur agresif...mantap lah vr46.. .meski Saiki wes mlempem tetep menghibur..

It took balls and skill to race a 500cc two stroke with barely any electronics.

02:00 Daijiro Kato

respect for Biaggy and Rossi ... we love you

I almost feel bad for the other riders. Those 2 hated each other so bad they were like to sharks and all the riders were guppies that didn't dare get to close in fear of being shredded to pieces.

When you have "that other" as an opponent you would do what you would not do with anyone else to win!

Biaggi was the greatest show on earth.

Did Biaggi have to start at the back of the grid?

io penso che sia impossibile contare quante volte si sono sorpassati tra loro, questi due piloti. Per certo, hanno fatto entrare il motociclismo nelle case di tutto il mondo.

watching this now in 2021..and I just realized, young Biaggi's face looks similar as Marquez...😅😅

memang legendaris, butuh perjuangan, goooooo valentino rossi,

rossi's move to Yamaha in 2004....is the exciting part......truly epic!!....

I got into MGP around 2k . Man I wish it was still the same. Lorenzo and Rossi was great too

The era of skill and it just more fun to watch the fight :)

biaggi and marquez shloud be very good friends

Man, Italians dominate the MotoGP !!! They’re the best

I don't think we will ever see a rivalry like that again those were some of the most epic battles of MotoGP ever witnessed.F1 was my thing I never really got into MotoGP untill I saw these battles with Rossi & Biaggi & I thoght to myself wow!!! these fools are freekin crazy bar to bar fighting awesome.

incredible video. Kudos to the editing team

Rossi nd Yamaha best combo

#youremember Max Biaggi vs Valentino Rossi

One of the best rivalries the sport has ever seen.

One of the best rivalries in sporting history !!!!

Rossi è il miglior pilota della storia del motomondiale e la sua carriera lunghissima sempre nelle posizioni di vertice ne è la dimostrazione. Biaggi grande talento anche lui, ma si è trovato davanti il pilota più forte del mondo e questa cosa non gli è mai andata giù.

When I was kid I always liked Biaggi more :D

Finally there someone who teach u what u have done and thats marquez..

The DR still up there with the champs .... he truly is immortal ... kisses from AU