️ A Historic First for Faenza: the Italian Motocross Championship “Night Race” Comes to 04 Park
04 Park Monte Coralli in Faenza is preparing to host one of the most spectacular and eagerly awaited motorsport events of the 2026 season. On Saturday, July 11, 2026, the circuit will stage the first-ever night race in the history of the Italian National Championship: the Night Race, the fifth and penultimate round of the Italian Pro-Prestige MX1-MX2 Championship.
Moto Club 04 Park, led by former MotoGP World Champion Andrea Dovizioso, has been working for months to prepare this landmark event. As the penultimate race of the season, championship standings remain extremely close, promising thrilling battles under the floodlights.
Categories and Riders to Watch
MX1 Class: Wide Open Championship Battle
- The situation: Four different winners in the first four rounds highlight one of the closest championships in recent years.
- Championship contenders: Slovenian rider Jan Pancar (KTM) arrives in Faenza as championship leader, followed closely by Ivo Monticelli (Kawasaki) and Alessandro Lupino (Ducati). Also in contention are Yuri Quarti (Husqvarna) and French rider Cedric Soubeyras (Honda).
- Riders to watch: Brian Hsu, Nicholas Lapucci and Filippo Zonta remain strong podium contenders, while reigning champion Isak Gifting could make a surprise return after recovering from injury.
- ⚡ Fast Class: Ismaele Guarise (Triumph) leads the standings ahead of Antonio Schiochet (Triumph) and Mirko Dal Bosco (Ducati).
MX2 Class: Italian and International Rivalries
- Championship battle: Valerio Lata (Honda) heads the standings but faces strong pressure from French rider Maxime Grau (Honda).
- Podium fight: Nicolò Alvisi (Honda) defends third place against Simone Mancini (Ducati) and Andrea Zanotti (Husqvarna), while Alessandro Gaspari (KTM) and Brando Rispoli (Beta) remain serious contenders.
- ️ Fast Class: Young talents Riccardo Pini (TM), Andrea Roberti (KTM) and experienced rider Stefano Pezzuto (Honda) will also be competing.
Rookies Cup: National Titles Up for Grabs
The Faenza Night Race will also decide the Italian titles in the 125 Class and the new 85cc Minicross Class, which will be contested in a single championship round. In the overall Rookies Cup standings, Gennaro Utech (Fantic) leads Bertram Thorius (Fantic) and Edoardo Riganti (Yamaha), with Leonardo Calandra (Husqvarna) and Cristian Amali (TM) close behind.
Streaming and Tickets
- Live streaming: All official MX1 and MX2 races will be broadcast live on FedermotoTV.
- Streaming prices: The live broadcast is free for all FMI members. Non-members can purchase access to the event livestream for €8.
- ⏱️ Schedule: The complete timetable for practice sessions and races will be announced shortly.
Useful Information
- Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026.
- Venue: 04 Park Monte Coralli, Via Monte Coralli, Faenza (RA), Italy.
- ℹ️ Tickets and programme: www.federmoto.it/night-race
