A cute exchange of words on social media between Valentino Rossi and his girlfriend Francesca Sofia Novello. The model posted a photo of the two on the Bahrain circuit, where the Doctor will be racing in the Gulf 12 Hours along with Luca Marini and Uccio Salucci (FREE PRACTICE AND WEEKEND SCHEDULE ). The 9-time world champion was quick to respond: "You're touching my butt, love".