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I have so much respect for my opponents many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me!

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Valentino Rossi
Age: 45
Born: 1979
Born: February 16
Motorcycle Racer
Motorcycle Rider
Race Car Driver
Racing Automobile Driver
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I race to win. If I am on the bike or in a car it will always be the same.
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