He is affectionately known as `` The Doctor '' by his fans on account of his clinical overtaking maneuvers out on the track , but it 's his wit and easy charm off it that have also helped propel him into the super league of sport 's rich list . Italian legend is closing in on a ninth world title in total and sixth MotoGP title . ` ` The Doctor '' is the greatest ever rider in history with 102 victories to date . Famous for his post - race antics , he visited a portable hospital on a victory lap this year .
Italian legend is closing in on a ninth world title in total and sixth MotoGP title . ` ` The Doctor '' is the greatest ever rider in history with 102 victories to date . Famous for his post - race antics , he visited a portable hospital on a victory lap this year .