The young Belgian talent, a Moto2 frontrunner with 5 podiums and a pole position so far this season, renews his challenge with the Italian squad to aim even higher.
Barry Baltus is set for a second season in Fantic colours, as he will continue with the Italian team in the 2026 Moto2 World Championship.
The Belgian rider, born on May 3, 2004, has established himself as one of the category’s standout performers: five podiums, one pole position, and the current fourth place in the World Championship standings highlight a talent in constant growth, bringing speed, grit, and excitement to the track.
This renewal represents the natural continuation of a shared journey, built on ambition, mutual trust, and tangible results. Baltus and the team have proven they can consistently fight at the top, and 2026 will be the opportunity to raise the bar even higher and chase even more prestigious goals.
With this decision, Fantic Racing reaffirms its philosophy: investing in young talents, building solid projects, and always aiming for the very best.
Barry Baltus:
“To be in the paddock with the Fantic Racing colours makes me proud every day, and I’m thrilled to be continuing with the team in 2026. We quickly found how to worked together, and we achieved some good results thanks to the team’s excellent work. We’ve taken a big step forward this year, and I’m confident we can continue to improve and grow together. The team believes in me, and I'm giving my all for them on track. Now that my future is confirmed, I’m going to fully focus on the end of the 2025 season.”
Mariano Roman, Head of Racing at Fantic Motor:
“We are very pleased to confirm Barry Baltus, a fantastic young man who is proving to be a winning and highly determined rider. We want to give continuity to our journey in the Moto2 World Championship, aiming to remain at the top of the category. By also confirming our entire technical staff, we know we can rely on a high-level structure. We are confident that our team will bring the fans and everyone at Fantic great joy.”
Roberto Locatelli, Fantic Racing Lino Sonego Team Manager:
“Renewing with Barry is a great satisfaction for us. Since joining the team he has grown consistently, proving he can fight steadily among the best. At the same time, we are convinced he hasn’t yet shown his full potential: there is still plenty of room for growth, and by working together we can aim even higher. Barry is a rider with the right attitude and a strong method, qualities that belong to the greatest champions. He always makes himself available to the team to improve, and this spirit is what makes us confident about the future.”
Stefano Bedon, Fantic Racing Moto2 Project Manager:
“The contract renewal with Barry Baltus is a source of great satisfaction for us. Barry has already delivered significant results, with five podiums to his name, but we are convinced that his best is yet to come. From the very beginning, we believed in him when he still had everything to prove, and today this renewed partnership is a natural confirmation of that trust. This renewal allows us to work with even more focus and determination, with the clear goal of securing his first Moto2 victory with our colours as soon as possible.”
