Perhaps a fact as old as time, we all know Formula 1 drivers love MotoGP. There is a massive amount of admiration that goes both ways. We have even witnessed the likes of MotoGP legend and nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi test an F1 car on many occasions. Perhaps it was his desire to always race in a four-wheeled vehicle, even though he was one of the best on two. However, as it turns out, this desire never died out in Rossi as the Italian made a shock switch in the preferred number of tires to race on years after his retirement.

The MotoGP legend announced he’s hanging up his helmet at the tail end of 2021. Considered one of the greatest to ever grace the sport, Rossi retired after winning practically everything, breaking multiple records. His retirement might not have come as a surprise after practicing his trade for more than two decades in the premier motorcycling competition. However, the latest update about his career has caught the fans off guard.

At 44, Rossi has decided to add two more tires to his racing career. The Italian MotoGP legend is trying to become a part of the World Endurance Competition (WEC). As announced on FIA World Endurance Championship’s official X page, Rossi will take part in the rookie test on Sunday.

He will be driving the Team WRT LMP2 car for the test. He is finally fulfilling half of his mother’s dream by shifting to four-wheeler racing.

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This announcement came as a major shock to the fans as Rossi has decided to race again almost two years after his retirement.

Valentino Rossi shocks the fans with the WEC announcement

No one, perhaps even his close family, would’ve seen the WEC announcement coming. However, the Italian always had the desire to race in four-wheelers. The endurance series is the preferred racing option for many drivers who still have the fire but age is not on their side.

However, the transition from MotoGP to WEC is rare. This is exactly what shocked the fans as one said, “That’s some news! 😱”

The majority of the reactions screamed the fans’ shock and awe at this news. The fans were quick to manifest some scenarios as well.

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There were obviously some reactions that stated the obvious.

What do you think about this news of Valentino Rossi taking on this new challenge in his life? How do you think he will fare at the rookie test?