🏆 Become the Next One: Your Road to Professional Racing
Set to launch in 2026, the V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy is Ducati’s biggest commitment yet to securing the future of their racing legacy. The program, developed in partnership with Michele Pirro (Ducati’s official MotoGP Test Rider) and Garage 51, targets talented young riders, both under and over 21, offering them a highly competitive, merit-based platform.
🔥 The Machine: Panigale V2 Power
Riders in the academy will compete exclusively aboard the Ducati Panigale V2. By standardizing the equipment, Ducati ensures a true test of skill, commitment, and raw talent. The focus is squarely on the rider’s ability to maximize performance and hone their racing craft on this cutting-edge twin-cylinder sports bike.
🏁 A Pro-Level Schedule on Global Stages
The academy provides a demanding, professional experience, integrating its schedule with top-tier racing events, giving young racers invaluable exposure:
- Italian Championship (CIV): Competing on a highly competitive national stage.
- World Superbike (WorldSBK) Circuit: Participating in select rounds to test skills against an international paddock.
- World Ducati Week 2026: Racing in front of a massive global audience of Ducatisti.
The format mirrors professional racing, including pre-season testing, intense qualifying sessions, and double races at each round.
🧠 Expert Mentorship from a MotoGP Legend
The backbone of the Michele Pirro is the technical and professional guidance provided by Michele Pirro. As a crucial development rider for the Desmosedici GP and Panigale V4 R projects, Pirro will pass on his invaluable track knowledge, giving participants the ultimate inside track on racecraft, bike setup, and mental preparation. This mentorship is the key to accelerating a rider’s journey from potential to podium.
The V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy is the ultimate opportunity for young riders looking to make their mark. Do you know someone who fits the bill to become “The Next One” for Ducati?
Sources
Official Ducati Press Release
- Main Official Announcement (Various Regions):
https://www.ducati.com/gb/en/news/ducati-and-garage-51-present-the-v2-future-champ-ducati-academyhttps://www.ducati.com/ca/en/news/ducati-and-garage-51-present-the-v2-future-champ-ducati-academy-become-the-next-one-the-racing-academy-dedicated-to-young-rider-talentshttps://www.ducati.com/ww/en/news/ducati-and-garage-51-present-the-v2-future-champ-ducati-academy-become-the-next-one-the-racing-academy-dedicated-to-young-rider-talents
Dedicated Academy Website
- V2 Future Champ Academy Official Website:
https://futurechamp.it/
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