Fantic Racing is thrilled to announce a contract extension with Aron Canet, ensuring the continuation of the successful collaboration in the Moto2 World Championship beyond 2024.
Aron Canet joined Fantic Racing Moto2 for the 2024 season, starting the campaign with a stunning pole position in Qatar. During the first half of the season, he secured two more pole positions. In just his second GP appearance with the team, the 24-year-old Spaniard clinched his maiden win in the intermediate category. His impressive performance at the Portugal GP marked the seventh victory of his World Championship career. Following his second place at the British GP, Canet now has a total of 39 GP podiums and 15 pole positions to his name.
Aron Canet:
“I am really happy to renew my contract with Fantic Racing. The team always pushes me to do my best, and they are like family to me. We are at a high level but we want to keep growing this year to be even stronger for the remainder of this season and 2025. I am here with a clear goal: to become a world champion with Fantic!”
Roberto Locatelli, Fantic Racing Moto2 Team Manager:
“I believe confirming Aron Canet for the next season is a big move. This exciting news makes us proud and is the result of the dedication and hard work of the entire Fantic team, both on track and back in the factory. The commitment shown by everyone is remarkable. In just two years of involvement in the MotoGP paddock, Fantic is already leaving its mark in GP racing. It is a big move for Aron as well, as he is a top rider who will have the opportunity to fight for more success together with us. His decision to continue with us highlights his confidence in the Fantic Racing project.”
Stefano Bedon, Fantic Racing Moto2 Project Manager:
“We are very happy to continue our journey with Aron Canet. Over these past months, we have had the chance to really get to know him, and we share the same values. Aron is a fighter, a team player and a great professional who pushes himself to the limit in every session, without fear. So far, we have achieved three pole positions, a victory and another podium together. He has great potential, and we are committed to maximizing it. We want to be right there in every race, aiming for increasingly ambitious goals.”
Mariano Roman, Fantic Motor Vice President:
“We are very pleased to confirm Aron Canet as part of our family. Not only is he an incredibly fast rider, as he has shown on various occasions by putting Fantic’s colors on the podium, but he also aligns very well with our entire team. We are confident that together we can achieve even bigger milestones.”
