Valentino Rossi returns to Tuscany: Live stream MotoGP Italy or watch on TV with BT Sport
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Reigning MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo takes a five point lead into the ItalianGP, but Repsol rider Marc Marquez is hot on the Yamaha man's heels, with Rossi completing the top three.
Though he has won once at Mugello, it is clear that, historically-speaking, this race could be competed between Rossi (seven wins) and Lorezno (four wins).
But maybe wildcard pick Andrea Iannone cannot be overlooked as the Ducati racer has a circuit top speed record (350.8) amd secured best pole last year.
And Iannone will be confident he can emulate his second-place podium finish from last year and be the one who cracks open the champagne at the race's end, instead of Lorenzo.
Race fans are always in for a treat at the Autodromo del Mugello as the Tuscan countryside provides one of the most beautiful backdrops in the entire MotoGP calender.
The spectators are also revered for their enthusiasm and boistrousness and it has even been suggested that Lorenzo and Marquez have bodyguards when they are away from the paddock!
The safety measure may be in use because of the allegedly controversial nature of the conclusion to last season's championship, with Italian favourite Rossi accusing Marquez of conspiring against him during the battle with Lorenzo.
