A path of growth, adaptation, and unwavering determination for EMA#85 Team.
The winter of 2025-2026 began with a clear and ambitious project for EMA85 Team: to compete in the Motornext National Speed Championship in the 160 Junior category, a path designed to continue Emanuele's sporting development and allow him to compete against some of the most promising young riders on the national scene.
In the months leading up to the start of the season, our team worked tirelessly to prepare for this new challenge, building a technical and sporting partnership that was expected to support us throughout the entire championship. However, during the preparation phase, certain strategic decisions made by the organization with which we had initially planned the project led the sporting program in a different direction from the objectives originally agreed upon.
Faced with this change, EMA85 Team reacted with determination, identifying a new opportunity through a partnership with Team Ingallati, a highly experienced and professional racing organization. The goal was to compete in the prestigious 12 Pollici Italian Cup, a championship widely recognized as one of the leading national competitions for young talents racing 12-inch wheel motorcycles and small-displacement machines.
The Regulatory Hurdle: Unfortunately, just as everything was ready for our debut, a regulatory change introduced by the championship's new management altered the participation requirements. The newly established minimum combined rider-and-motorcycle weight limit prevented Emanuele from entering the competition, making it impossible for us to take our place on the starting grid despite the extensive work carried out in the preceding months.
Although disappointed by a missed opportunity at the very last moment, EMA85 Team and the Motorland 12 Pollici Crew chose to approach the situation with a constructive mindset and a long-term vision. The sporting growth of a young rider cannot be measured solely by immediate results, but also by the ability to adapt to challenges and continue building a career with commitment, consistency, and determination.
For this reason, our organization has decided to focus its efforts on continuing the program launched during the winter through the MotoLive Trophy and the SB Corse National Championship, competitions organized under the Moto ASI federation that are proving to be valuable opportunities for Emanuele's development, experience, and competitive growth.
The main objective for the season remains to further strengthen our young rider's technical skills and prepare him for the major event of October 2026: the Moto ASI National Final, which, subject to organizational confirmation, is expected to take place at the prestigious Volturno International Circuit.
Despite the change in plans and the inability to take part in the championship originally scheduled, the partnership established with Team Ingallati has not come to an end. On the contrary, this collaboration is proving to be an important growth opportunity for the entire EMA85 Team organization.
Thanks to their experience and professionalism, we are gaining valuable knowledge in race management and operations, experiencing firsthand all the dynamics of paddock life while deepening our understanding of the organizational and technical aspects that are fundamental to our sporting future.
At the same time, Emanuele's development as a rider is also benefiting greatly from this collaboration. Through the support of the instructor made available by Team Ingallati, we have established a partnership with Rivelli Riding School, which works with our young rider during pre-race training weekends.
The work carried out together is focused not only on improving riding technique but also on strengthening mental preparation, an increasingly decisive factor in modern motorsport. This comprehensive training program allows Emanuele to approach each race weekend with greater awareness, discipline, and sporting maturity.
Looking ahead, we remain confident and determined. Every experience, even those that do not unfold as originally planned, contributes to building both the sporting and personal growth of an athlete. EMA85 Team, together with the Motorland 12 Pollici Crew, Team Ingallati, and Rivelli Riding School, will continue to work with passion, professionalism, and dedication to support Emanuele throughout his development journey, while thanking our sponsors, partners, collaborators, and everyone who continues to support us with enthusiasm.