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Rossi Will Be Record Holder

Valentino Rossi has a great opportunity to be the rider with the highest number of appearances in MotoGP with Yamaha when his contract ends in 2014. The mission was carried begin this weekend at the Austin Grand Prix, which will make the "The Doctor" is second most all-time list of starters for the premier class.

Currently with compatriot of Italian Rossi, Loris Capirossi, who made ​​his debut in the 500cc class at the 2000 season at the Circuit Welkom, South Africa, both recorded 217 appearances in the premier class and under Alex Barros (245 times). Thus, the appearance at the Austin Grand Prix will be bringing Rossi alone in second.

This year being the 14th season Rossi was at the highest level of motor racing. With his contract ending in 2014, the seven-time MotoGP world champion is going to be easily surpassed Barros.

The following list shows the 10 riders with the highest number of start in the premier class. Rossi including one of three riders on the list are still active in MotoGP. The other two are Colin Edwards and Nicky Hayden.

Meanwhile, the second podium success at the Qatar GP, April 7, meaning Rossi successfully at least once on the podium for 14 consecutive seasons. This is a new record in the premier class since the legendary Giacomo Agostini recorded only a minimal rise podium finishes in 13 seasons.

List of all time most winning start in the class 500 cc / MotoGP:
1. Alex Barros (245)
2. Loris Capirossi (217)
3. Valentino Rossi (217)
4. Carlos Checa (194)
5. Colin Edwards (169)
6. Nicky Hayden (168)
7. Kenny Roberts Jr. (167)
8. Sete Gibernau (160)
9. Jack Findlay (157)
10. Randy Mamola (145)
Rossi Will Be Record Holder