MotoGP champion Valentino Rossi still believes he could have a future in rallying but has dismissed any chance of racing in Formula One.

The Fiat Yamaha rider defends his MotoGP title this season still dreaming of a move to rallying after taking part in Rally GB last season.

Rossi said: "I have always loved rally, ever since I was little. It is one of my great passions and it is great to do one when I have the time and the chance.

"I always enjoy it a lot and, probably, when I have given up the bikes and when I have the chance to improve and I have more time, I will do more. But it's not a close future, because I still want to race with the bike for a few more years."

Despite his passion for cars, which led to a recent test session with Ferrari, Rossi believes he has missed the chance to switch to Formula One.

He explained: "To try the Ferrari again was a great emotion. I have always been a great fan of racing cars, not just of rally. I was fast, so I was happy; I am fast enough also in Formula One.

"In 2006 I decided to stay with the bike and, of course, I still have some doubts, but just to climb inside the red car at Mugello and work with Ferrari was fantastic.

"I had my chance and I decided to stay with bikes. The choice is made and I don't think that there will be another possibility."