Valentino Rossi, who returned after two barren years at Ducati, Yamaha, was on the first day of testing in Sepang fourth.

The fact that he was able to show already on the first test for the fourth time, and behind the leader test only 0. 427 seconds, dispelled all fears of the fans and the Rossi that he can be competitive.

"I am very pleased with the results of the first day of testing motorcycle M1. After two seasons of absence I have returned to this gorgeous bike and remembered what a great feeling that I always had. In the morning I managed to be fast enough. This is only the first test, but the potential is high, I still fourth, but not so far behind those ahead," said Valentino.

Rossi also asked about what he thinks now about their rivals. "Of course, their level is very high, and for me it is difficult because I need to beat Lorenzo and Pedrosa that at the peak of his career. I am older than their age, so I have to put in more effort, but I'm not too far behind, so everything is possible," answered multiple world champion.

About the quality of the performances of the new pilot of MotoGP Spaniard Marc Marquez, who on the first day of the tests could show as many as a third result, Rossi said: "mark was unbelievable today. I knew it would go quickly, but never thought so quickly. I was hoping that he would be at least a little bit slower. I like his attitude to racing, it seems that he aims to win the championship right from the first year stay in the Premier class.