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Graziano Rossi writes letter to children amid family dispute

Graziano Rossi, father of motorcycle champion Valentino Rossi, has issued a public letter addressed to his children, Valentino and Clara, following a period of legal and personal conflict within the family.

The dispute involved Clara Rossi, Graziano’s daughter, who had pursued legal action to maintain a monthly support payment of 1,500 euros. Although Clara recently withdrew these claims, stating her goal was independence rather than financial gain, Graziano expressed bitterness over the previous legal battles. He questioned the timing of her claims of independence, noting that the legal warfare lasted over two years.

The family tension also stems from previous legal proceedings involving Valentino Rossi, who sought a support administrator for his father due to concerns regarding his capacity, a measure Graziano contested. The letter serves as a public response to the recent statements made by Clara during the launch of her debut album.

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Clara Rossi · Graziano Rossi · Valentino Rossi