Moreira Claims Moto2™ Title, Becomes Brazil’s First World Champion
Diogo Moreira has made history by clinching the 2025 Moto2 World Championship, becoming Brazil’s first world champion in Grand Prix racing. The 21-year-old rider from São Paulo achieved this milestone during an intense season filled with challenges and triumphs. He secured four victories and nine podium finishes, ultimately ensuring his title during a decisive last round.
Moreira’s Journey to Success
Born on April 23, 2004, Moreira showed early promise in racing. He began his career in the European Talent Cup in 2019, where he became a rookie winner at just 15 years old. Following this, he advanced to JuniorGP and the Red Bull Rookies Cup, demonstrating consistent podium finishes.
Transitioning to Grand Prix Racing
Moreira made his Moto3
debut at 16 years old during the Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail. Starting from the 18th position, he impressively finished sixth, marking the beginning of a successful career. He earned pole position at Silverstone and ended his first Moto3 season ranked eighth overall.
In 2023, he repeated his eighth-place finish but claimed his first victory at Mandalika, showcasing his potential as a future title contender. Moving up to Moto2 in 2024, Moreira faced early challenges but ultimately ended the season with five consecutive top-ten finishes and a podium in Barcelona.
2025 Season Highlights
- First podium finish at Silverstone in May.
- Achieved two consecutive pole positions at Mugello and Assen.
- Won his first Moto2 race at Assen, defeating Aron Canet.
- Secured victories in Austria and Portimão, increasing his title chances.
- Final round decided his championship fate: he finished tenth while rival Manuel Gonzalez scored no points.
His consistency and determination allowed him to lead the championship, securing his title with a final tally that left an indelible mark on Brazilian motorsport.
Brazil’s New Sporting Icon
Moreira’s historic achievement places him alongside legends from other sports in Brazil, a country famous for its football heroes. While football icons like Pelé and Neymar dominate the sporting landscape, Moreira is set to become a significant figure in motorsport.
With the 2026 MotoGP season looming, he is poised to represent Brazil on an even larger stage. Fans can expect to see him compete at the Goiania race, scheduled for March 20-22, 2026. Brazil now has a new sporting hero, raising the nation’s profile in the world of motorsports.
