LENOVO V2 Future Champ Rewards Tomorrow's Racing Talent
The Lenovo V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy is ready to make its debut, and with the excitement comes an even greater commitment to supporting young talent.
A championship created to discover and develop the next generation of motorcycle racing talent, combining sporting competition with an educational pathway: a true development programme dedicated to the future of the sport.
There is, however, one essential element that supports every young rider throughout their journey: financial backing. Building a career in motorsport requires increasingly significant and continuous investment.
For this reason, Garage 51, organiser and promoter of the series, together with DTO, has made a strong and tangible commitment: a total prize fund of €100,000, dedicated to helping the most deserving riders continue their racing careers.
A genuine investment designed to facilitate access to higher-level national and international championships, ensuring continuity in the sporting development of young riders.
The decision to reward such a broad number of competitors perfectly reflects the philosophy of the project: recognising not only race winners, but also those who demonstrate commitment, potential and continuous improvement throughout the season.
Through this investment, Garage 51 and DTO reaffirm the role of the Lenovo V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy as both a rider development platform and a stepping stone for the champions of tomorrow.
A tangible investment. A commitment to the future of motorsport.
Michele Pirro Ducati MotoGP Official Rider & Test Rider
“I am extremely proud to announce that in 2026 the Lenovo V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy will feature a total prize fund of €100,000. This has been made possible thanks to DTO, a company that has always believed in our projects and has chosen to focus its investment on this innovative racing programme, whose primary goal is to support the careers of young riders.”
Pierantonio Delturco CEO, DTO Excellence for Innovators
“The Lenovo V2 Future Champ Ducati Academy is a project we strongly believe in, because it combines merit, education and a genuine vision for the future of motorsport. At DTO we have proudly chosen to support Garage 51 in introducing a significant prize fund capable of making a real difference to the future of young riders.
A commitment of this magnitude is extremely rare, both in Italy and internationally. It is a unique initiative that stands out for its vision and ambition. Investing in young talent means taking responsibility for nurturing the next generation of our sport by providing real opportunities to those who demonstrate commitment, progress and potential.
It is a vote of confidence in these young riders and a commitment to the future of the entire Italian motorcycle racing community.”
