Elia Bartolini began racing in Italian regional championships in 2010 and will already be a familiar face to avid Moto3™ fans. The young Italian wildcarded with the Bardhal squad throughout 2021, as well as debuting at his home Grand Prix in 2019 for the SKY Junior Team VR46 side. In seven appearances at the lightweight class category, he has already recorded three point scoring finishes and looks a serious talent as he joins Matteo Bertelle at Avintia Esponsorama Moto3 racing full time for 2022.