Nieto`s Tribute to Rossi
Angel Nieto was paying a tribute to Rossi after he equaled his Grand Prix win tally of 90 victories.
Rossi´s equaling of Angel Nieto 90 Grand Prix victory milestone may `ve seen the Spaniard relinquishing his legacy as the 2nd most successful rider ever. But the MotoGP Legend wasn ‘t to be excluded from the celebrations in Le Mans.
Rossi was inviting Nieto to join him on a victory lap of the historic French circuit, and Nieto gave the Italian racewinner a well-deserved rest by taking the bars of the Yamaha M1 himself. It was Nieto´s 1st time riding an 800cc machine, with Rossi as his passenger displaying a flag, that commemorated their both achievements.
Nieto spoke about the unique celebration and Rossi´s achievement, after pulling into parc ferme:
“When I was on the bike with Valentino, he told me `this is history´. He is right, it is a fantastic story for us both. We´ve won 180 Grands Prix between us.
Valentino paid homage to my sporting career, and I am delighted to be part of his celebration, and to continue watching these amazing races. Congratulations to Valentino on the 90 wins. He deserves it as he is a star. He´ll be up there this season, of this there is no doubt.”
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