Italian rookie Lorenzo Savadori arrived in the 125cc World Championship tipped for big things, thanks to his packed résumé in various two-stroke competitions. Savadori was born in Cesena, Italy in 1993, and it wasn’t long before he was swinging his leg over a bike for the first time. Introduced to racing by his father, the youngster took a standard apprenticeship in junior disciplines before being picked for the inaugural edition of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup in 2007. He immediately impressed onboard the standard KTM 125cc bike used in the youth initiative, taking victory in the opening race of the competition at Jerez. He finished runner-up in the 2007 series. Following that success, Savadori made an assault on the Italian national 125cc crown in 2008. The standout rider in the class, he took the title in what was a busy year. In the summer he had competed in the European Championship event at Albacete, winning the 125cc race and adding to his impressive CV. 2008 also saw him make his debut in the World Championship with an Aprilia as a wildcard entrant. He competed at Mugello, Misano and Valencia, and was snapped up for a first full season in the 125cc class in 2009 by Fontana Racing. He only finished 4 out of the 13 races he started but Savadori did manage an impressive 9th place finish in Mugello. Then the Italian rode with Matteoni C.P. Racing, before he moved to the CIV STK Championship and the FIM STK1000 Cup in 2011. He stayed in STK1000 in 2012 and took his first win at Monza, coming fifth overall and repeating that in 2013. In 2014 he made a step forward and took second overall, before Savadori took the crown in 2015 after four wins and seven podiums. For 2016 he moved up to WorldSBK and has since been a regular threat for the top five and top ten, having some impressive pace. In 2019, he made the move to Energica Ego in the MotoE™ Championship, where again he launched regular assaults on the Top 10. Fast forward a year later and Aprilia handed him his chance in MotoGP™ at the European GP. His debut ended in disappointment though as he retired from the race, but he held onto the seat for the final two races of the season. 2021 saw him made a permanent rider for Aprilia, while in 2023, the test rider was chosen to replace an injured Miguel Oliveira for the historic French Grand Prix.
Rider Stats
Videos
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What was the purpose of Aprilia's new rear wing?
Lorenzo Savadori tested the curious piece of kit on Friday's runs, while he also threw his hat into the ring for the satellite Aprilia team
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Savadori explains the injury issues that forced him out
The Aprilia man is targetting an Aragon return after sitting on the sidelines at the British GP
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WorldSBK to MotoGP™: Savadori's sporting journey
The Aprilia rider talks to us about his route to the premier class and his friendships with Aleix Espargaro and Andrea Dovizioso
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Gravel trap to Q2: Savadori relives an unbelievable Saturday
Get the full story from the man of the moment, Aprilia's Lorenzo Savadori, as the rookie stunned in Le Mans
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Savadori first ever crash in MotoE™
The crash into the air fence unfortunately brought out the red flags, putting an early end to a stunning, historic MotoE™ race - rider okay
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Estoril 2010 - 125cc - Warm Up - Action - Lorenzo Savadori - Crash
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Misano 2010 - 125cc - FP1 - Action - Lorenzo Savadori - Crash
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Lorenzo Savadori during Valencia FP1
Rider Bio
Bike
Aprilia
Date of birth
04/04/1993
Place of birth
Cesena
Height
177 cm
Weight
67 kg
Rider Story
News
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Savadori to continue as Aprilia test rider in 2024
The Noale factory have confirmed the Austrian GP wildcard will carry on his crucial work as test rider next year
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Aprilia Racing: ready for more in 2022!
The Noale outfit have unveiled their first full factory colours in MotoGP™
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Savadori withdraws from British GP through injury
Due to his physical condition, the Aprilia rider won’t take part in the remainder of the weekend at Silverstone
By motogp.com -
Savadori undergoes successful surgery
The Italian will start with his recovery immediately after his Turn 3 crash in Styria
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Savadori tops wet FP2 but Nakagami fastest on Friday
It was a moment to remember for the Italian rider, but water on track meant there were no time improvements in the afternoon session
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Savadori and Marini take Q2 spots in nail-biting Q1
Joan Mir, Alex Rins and Francesco Bagnaia all missed out on the top two in a thrilling session at Le Mans
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"When it comes to technical aspects, barriers disappear"
Behind the RS-GP’s results, there’s also the work of Elena De Cia – a maths graduate who’s been studying strategies in MotoGP™ since 2012
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Lorenzo Savadori: the not-so-rookie rookie
Despite making his MotoGP™ debut in 2020, the Italian officially qualifies as a rookie for 2021 as he embarks on his first full year
By motogp.com
Videos
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What was the purpose of Aprilia's new rear wing?
Lorenzo Savadori tested the curious piece of kit on Friday's runs, while he also threw his hat into the ring for the satellite Aprilia team
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Savadori explains the injury issues that forced him out
The Aprilia man is targetting an Aragon return after sitting on the sidelines at the British GP
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WorldSBK to MotoGP™: Savadori's sporting journey
The Aprilia rider talks to us about his route to the premier class and his friendships with Aleix Espargaro and Andrea Dovizioso
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Gravel trap to Q2: Savadori relives an unbelievable Saturday
Get the full story from the man of the moment, Aprilia's Lorenzo Savadori, as the rookie stunned in Le Mans
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Savadori first ever crash in MotoE™
The crash into the air fence unfortunately brought out the red flags, putting an early end to a stunning, historic MotoE™ race - rider okay
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Estoril 2010 - 125cc - Warm Up - Action - Lorenzo Savadori - Crash
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Misano 2010 - 125cc - FP1 - Action - Lorenzo Savadori - Crash
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Lorenzo Savadori during Valencia FP1