There has been no factual report confirming that Valentino Rossi physically threw hot water at Marc Marquez and his brother Alex after they fell during the Misano race. However, the incident making waves in MotoGP circles revolves around Rossi’s pointed comment after both Marquez brothers crashed. Rossi referred to them as the “Crashquez Brothers,” a jab that echoed their misfortune on the track and reignited the long-standing tension between Rossi and Marc Marquez.

This rivalry dates back to their notorious clash in 2015 at Sepang, which dramatically altered their relationship and divided the MotoGP fanbase. The infamous incident during the 2015 MotoGP World Championship saw Rossi accuse Marquez of deliberately interfering in his battle for the title against Jorge Lorenzo. This on-track incident led to penalties for Rossi and has since fueled a cold war between the two riders.

At the 2024 Misano race, Rossi’s mockery did not go unnoticed by the MotoGP community. Fans of Rossi applauded the comment as classic Rossi banter, but Marquez’s supporters viewed it as disrespectful, given the severity of the crashes and the risks involved. The reaction on social media has further fanned the flames of this enduring feud..

This tension between the two camps shows no sign of dissipating, despite Rossi’s retirement. Marc Marquez, who has endured several serious injuries and surgeries, continues to be a polarizing figure in MotoGP. His perseverance, particularly after multiple surgeries, is admired, yet the antagonism rooted in the 2015 incident persists among many fans.. Rossi’s latest comment, while playful to some, underscores the bitter legacy of one of MotoGP’s most storied rivalries.