It was a busy but rewarding weekend for the Fantic Factory Racing Enduro squad, with four riders on the podium across the final round of the Assoluti d’Italia and the penultimate round of the French Enduro Championship in Vertolaye.

Fabriano: Pasquato and Pavoni championship runner-up in 125 and 450

Matteo Pavoni wrapped up the 2026 Assoluti d’Italia in the best possible way, securing a brilliant win aboard the Fantic XEF 450. On Saturday, he had already come close to taking the victory, finishing just two seconds off the winner. On Sunday, the factory-supported Team Specia rider finally made the top step of the 450 class. A well-deserved result that allowed him to finish the season second in the final championship standings.

Always at the sharp end in the 125 class, Riccardo Pasquato posted excellent times in every special test. With a second- and a third-place finish at the final round in Fabriano, the Fantic Factory Racing Enduro rider managed to move up the championship standings and secure second place overall aboard the Fantic XE 125.

Vertolaye: Espinasse extends championship lead

It was a perfect weekend for Théo Espinasse and the Fantic XE 300 at the French Championship. Dominant on both days of racing, the Frenchman secured a superb double victory, further strengthening his championship lead in the E3 class. His advantage over his closest rival has more than doubled and now stands at ten points.

Joining him on the podium on both race days was his Fantic Factory Racing Enduro teammate, Thibault Giraudon, who finished in P3 twice. Aboard the Fantic XE 300, Giraudon continues to prove himself more than capable of matching the more experienced riders in the E3 class. He currently sits a solid third in the championship standings.

While the 2026 Assoluti d’Italia have now officially wrapped up, the French championship titles will be decided at the fifth and final round of the series, scheduled for 24–25 October in Langogne.

Antonio Specia, Fantic Factory Racing Enduro Team Manager:

“A super positive weekend for our team. Here in Fabriano, we were able to claim a first win for Matteo Pavoni aboard the Fantic XEF 450, finishing ahead of Andrea Verona on day 2. We are very pleased with Matteo’s performance throughout the weekend. Riccardo Pasquato did a good job too, finishing second and third in the 125 class and securing the runner-up spot in the championship. Meanwhile in France, Théo Espinasse sealed an impressive double victory to further strengthen his lead. And last but not least, Thibault Giraudon joined him on the E3 podium twice. All around, it was a great weekend for Fantic, which makes it all worth it. Thank you everyone for the continued support!”