The crazy and colourful world of Valentino Rossi

Even if you have no interest in motorsport or motorcycle racing, one can't deny that Valentino Rossi is one of the most colourful characters in the world of sport.

The defending world champion claimed his seventh MotoGP title in a thrilling race in wet conditions on Sunday at the Malaysian Moto GP, and although Australian Casey Stoner won the race, the 30-year-old Italian secured the title by coming in third on his Yamaha.

Think Dennis Rodman and Usain Bolt combined and put the fella on a motorbike. That's Valentino Rossi for you. Click on the photos below and see the sort of crazy antics the Italian is capable of. Enjoy.