Due to the surprising retreat of the legendary Valentino Rossi from all his activities related to the media, due to a recent sanction of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), Marc Márquez’s new daughter, Gemma Pinto, has caused controversy over the mockery of the decision in the social spheres. Rossi’s withdrawal from media appearances left his fans disconsolate, but Pinto’s commentaries brought the situation to life, creating tension between the two groups.
Valentino Rossi, one of the greatest names in the history of MotoGP, decided to leave public life for a sanction from the FIM. The details of the sanction are not clear, but Rossi’s decision to withdraw from media compromises has left a huge shock in the MotoGP community.
Gemma Pinto, who has been under intense criticism with her rivals Marc Márquez, has returned to the social circles to offer a jokey response to Rossi’s decision. In a publication that has now been eliminated, Pinto famously made a comment about the situation, saying: “It seems that some words can’t bear the pressure. Jubilation is good.” This comment has provoked indignation among Rossi’s loyal fan base, who consider the observation as a breach of respect for the legacy of the Italian rider.
Valentino Rossi aficionados responded quickly, classifying Pinto’s comments as being in poor taste and inappropriate, given Rossi’s significant contribution to the sport. The rivalry between Marc Márquez and Valentino Rossi has been one of the most intense in the history of MotoGP, and Pinto’s commentary has revived the tensions between his followers.
While Marc Márquez remained silent about the matter, he looked for sources to suggest to the rider that he is aware of the situation and could distance himself from the comments made by him recently. Rossi, who opted to remain alert to the media’s focus following the announcement of retirement, did not respond to the joke.
The MotoGP community was in full ebullience with mixed reactions to Pinto’s comments, with some defending their right to express an opinion, while others argued that his comments were irrespective of a legend that gave shape to the sport.
As the story unfolds, the shock between these two MotoGP icons continues to cast a shadow over the fact that it must have been a moment of reflection and respect for Valentino Rossi’s retreat from the middle.