Dani Holgado: “I have fulfilled my childhood dream and now I want to be world champion”
Dreams begin early for Dani Holgado, a young rider from San Vicente who has been steadily climbing the ranks in Moto3. The aspiring champion has shown impressive consistency, consistently placing among the lead group and becoming the only rider to score points in the opening five rounds of the season. His steady performances have established him as a regular contender, earning him the reputation of one of the most reliable scorers in the field.
The season started in spectacular fashion with a win at the Portuguese Grand Prix in Portimão. He followed that up with a fourth place in Argentina and a fifth in the United States at the Texas track. In Spain, his strong ride yielded sixth place and valuable points that fortified his position at the top of the standings. The French Grand Prix victory then extended his lead, pushing his total to 84 points and widening the gap to his closest rivals.
Holgado currently enjoys a 21-point lead over second-placed rider Javier Masía from Algemesí (Valencia). The Valencian rider Ivan Ortolá, who won the previous two races, sits in third with 63 points. Diogo Moreira is fourth with 55 points, while Xavier Artigas from Catalonia holds fifth with 50. Far behind are Ayumu Sasaki and Tatsuki Suzuki, with 43 and 38 points respectively, as Holgado once again challenged for victory at Le Mans. Other contenders include David Alonso (38), José Antonio Rueda (37), and Denis Oncu (33). Although the title remains within reach for many, the task ahead will be demanding for several riders as the season progresses.
Holgado is pictured on the KTM box, a symbol of the steady partnership driving his campaign.
At just 18 years old, the San Vicente native has matured rapidly. He understands that his ultimate goal is to be crowned world champion, and he has consistently led the first five races this season. When conditions are not ideal for the bike or the rider, he prioritizes staying out of unnecessary duels, preserving energy and equipment for the long haul. His consistency across the premier races continues to translate into a growing advantage over rivals.
The French Grand Prix victory provided a significant boost, not only in the overall standings but also in morale. With the next race still a month away, anticipation builds for the Mugello round in Italy in the second weekend of June. Holgado remains focused on improving both on the bike and in physical preparation. He returned to his hometown of San Vicente and resumed training immediately, combining practice with a strategic plan to sharpen technical and physical readiness. The Villena, Fortuna, and Cartagena venues will serve as preparatory stops before heading to Italy for the race weekend.
Holgado continues to prepare with KTM, ensuring that the bike and rider stay in top form. The team is committed to refining the setup and enhancing performance as the season unfolds. The plan for the coming races emphasizes consistency, smart risk management, and sustained pace, allowing Holgado to remain a formidable force in the championship fight.
With 15 races still on the calendar, Holgado and his team know there is ample time to widen the gap and accumulate more points. The Alicante rider is determined to maintain his position at the top while mitigating risk. If his motorcycle remains as competitive as it has been, his lead should endure, and even in scenarios where not every race ends with a win, regular points finishes will keep him ahead in the standings.