Rossi has shocked world by making sexist remarks when Marc Márquez’s Girlfriend Gemma Pinto announced sex of her new baby

In a bizarre turn of events, MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi has ignited controversy with his out-of-pocket comments about Marc Márquez’s girlfriend, Gemma Pinto, and her recent baby gender reveal. What should have been a joyous celebration quickly turned into an awkward spectacle when Rossi decided to weigh in with outdated and eyebrow-raising remarks.  

The drama unfolded after Gemma Pinto shared the heartwarming news on social media, announcing that she and Marc Márquez are expecting a baby girl. The post was met with congratulations from fans and fellow riders alike—until Rossi chimed in with a comment that left everyone questioning if he’d time-traveled from the 1950s.  

“Let’s hope she grows up to do something proper for a girl, like dance or fashion—not motorcycles,” Rossi reportedly said, adding a laughing emoji as if that would soften the blow. Unfortunately for the nine-time world champion, it did not.  

Social media erupted almost instantly, with fans slamming Rossi for perpetuating archaic stereotypes and overshadowing what should have been a celebratory moment for the Márquez family. Critics pointed out that his comments not only insulted Gemma Pinto but also disrespected women in motorsports—a field where female talent continues to break barriers.  

While Rossi’s supporters rushed to his defense, claiming the remarks were intended as a joke, others argued that “jokes” rooted in sexism are hardly amusing. “Maybe Rossi’s next race should be against his own outdated mentality,” one Twitter user quipped.  

Marc Márquez and Gemma Pinto have yet to publicly address Rossi’s comments, but insiders suggest the couple is too focused on preparing for their bundle of joy to engage in public drama. Meanwhile, Rossi remains silent, perhaps busy drafting his next statement—or desperately Googling “how to apologize without making it worse.”  

One thing is certain: the baby’s arrival will bring more joy than Rossi’s misguided attempts at humor. Let’s hope this incident serves as a reminder that some legacies are better left untainted by careless words.