Valentino Rossi Yamaha MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi claimed to doubt he can repeat last year's feat, the victory in MotoGP Qatar. In a race that was held at the Losail circuit this weekend, The Doctor through the team's official statement claimed will only target the podium.

Last year, Rossi successfully captured the victory after competing fiercely with Ducati rider, Andrea Dovizioso. The trial results preseason Rossi was actually quite consistent and promising, but the 37-year-old Italian rider did not want to boast capable of topping the podium terpuncak.

"Finally we can talk race! I am very happy the new season has started. The test we are running very positive, but the story will be different during the race. We learned a lot about the tires and electronics during the trial, but our task is still piling up and the first race will be very important in understanding the potential of the motor, "he said.

Rossi also insisted he will work hard since the first practice session on Thursday (17/3). "Last year the first series went very well. I do not know what I can repeat that result, but I'll certainly try to reach the podium. It will be important to work hard in the first practice session. My team is very well prepared and very motivated. So, let 's go "he concluded