I think the Marquez/Rossi spat has disguised the real demons Valentino was fighting against and likely prompted his Sepang meltdown.
This season, after 3 races, Rossi held a 29 point advantage over Lorenzo.
So what, you may say.
Well, 10 races later and with only 5 remaining, he still held a 25 point advantage over his team mate. How could the GOAT let a lead like that be overhauled.....and by a rider on an identical bike?
Clearly, Rossi knew Lorenzo had the beating of him and had to finish right behind him, as a minimum, if he was going to have any chance of taking the title.
Marquez was the only rider who could prevent this from happening..and did.
Unable to beat either Spaniard by speed alone....his frustration boiled over.
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