I want to watch the most talented riders in the world ride their motorcycles to the limit and beyond in pursuit of gold and glory. ![]() ![]() Many people saw the Doohan era – five consecutive 500cc world titles in the 1990s – as boring, because the teak-tough Aussie won pretty much everything going. They have a certain swagger, like watching Muhammad Ali walk into the ring. Warrior riders are always up for a fight and never admit defeat. We should enjoy riders who dominate and appreciate the talent ![]() When I first worked in the paddock the riders who excited me most were Kevin Schwantz and Wayne Rainey, then Mick Doohan, then Valentino Rossi, Marco Simoncelli and Márquez. ![]() Journalists are supposed to be disinterested observers and chroniclers but I have to declare an interest in warrior riders. Sign-up now for access to a limited number of articles.
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