Rossi to star at Goodwood Festival of Speed
31 March 2015 – Valentino Rossi will make his first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this year.
The MotoGP legend will attend the final day of the event, which runs from June 25-28, to celebrate Yamaha Motor Company's 60th anniversary, alongside Executive Vice President, Takaaki Kimura.
Rossi is to make the trip to Goodwood directly after competing at the Dutch TT Assen.
"I'm very happy to attend the Festival of Speed at Goodwood this year," Rossi explained.
"It will be my first time at Goodwood, but I know this event pretty well. I have read so many stories about the Festival and I have also seen many videos. The atmosphere looks great.
"This event has the power to gather so many drivers, riders and motorsport VIPs and it is a great opportunity to have fun together.
"I'll ride my Yamaha YZR-M1 to celebrate Yamaha Motor's 60th anniversary, but I might also drive a few cars...
"I would like to thank Lord March for inviting me to the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed. I am sure it's going to be an incredible day and I look forward to being there!"
