The ex-riders were both in the Jerez paddock for dif𒆙ferent reasons - Lorenzo doing his new job as a pundit and expert for Spanish TV, and Rossi overseeing his Mooney VR46 team.

ꦡA behind-the-scenes moment was captured and posted by Lorenzo of the moment that their long-lasting rivalry may have ended forever.

The former Yahama teammates were definꦗed by the wall that separated their garage, a literal divide down th꧟e centre of the team to keep the warring riders apart.

Rossi ended his career with seven MotoGP championships, Lorenzo with tꦕhree.

In more recent years their once-𒅌fiery relationship has thawed, and there has been a mutual respect for some time.

The photo from the Jerez paddock of a smiling Rossi and 𓃲Lorenzo may usher in a new era of friendship - particularly with both men likely to meet again this season at future events.