Pilot from Ponta Grossa called for Red Bull MotoGP selection in Spain

The Ponta Grossa Pilot Daniel Tomelin, of 16 years, was invited to participate in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, one of the main competitions for the training of young talents in the world of motorcycle racing. The evaluation will be held between October 5 and 7, at the Mike G Guadix Circuit in the Granada region of Spain.

Daniel will be among the Brazilian drivers selected to participate in the international selection. The goal is to win one of the vacancies to compete in the 2027 season of the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, a championship that brings together young competitors from different countries and serves as an important showcase for athletes who dream of reaching the main categories of world motorcycling.

From Ponta Grossa to international tracks

Natural from Ponta Grossa, Daniel started early in the sport. The Ponta Grossa had his first contact with a motorcycle at the age of five and a half and began competing at the age of eight.

The trajectory initially went through motocross. In 2024, the young driver started a new phase of his career by entering the motorcycle. Since then, he has intensified his participation in training and championships, accumulating experience in different categories.

In a short time on the speed tracks, Daniel achieved expressive results. In 2025, he was champion of the PRO OPEN category of the SC Cup and also won the GP300 title of the Paranaense Motorcycle Championship.

The rider also finished in the third overall place in the GP400 category of the Catarinense Motorcycle Championship of 2025. On the international stage, it was placed 10th overall in the R15 bLUcRU of the 2024 Latin American Motorcycle Championship, competition linked to the International Motorcycle Federation (FIM).

Invitation represents a new step in the career

For Daniel Tomelin, participating in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is an opportunity to take a new leap in the career.

“Receiving this invitation represents another step in my trajectory, built with dedication, challenges and a lot of training. My expectation is to give my best during the selection, show my evolution on the tracks and win a place in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup for 2027.”

The pilot also highlights the importance of representing Ponta Grossa and Brazil in an opportunity of international reach.

“It is with pride of my origins that I want to conquer my place in the world of motorcycle racing. I take with me the support of my family, my sponsors and everyone who believes in my potential. I want to represent my city and Brazil, making each new achievement also take the name of Ponta Grossa further,” says Daniel.

Dream of reaching the world stage

The selection in Spain will be another important stage in the trajectory of the young Ponta Grossa. Daniel will have the opportunity to demonstrate his performance in front of selected drivers from various parts of the world.

The goal now is to conquer space in the 2027 season and continue advancing in motorsport over duas rodas.

“Going from Ponta Grossa to the world is the dream that moves me and for which I continue to work, seeking to transform every opportunity in another advancement in my career.”

The participation of Daniel Tomelin in the selection takes place on the 5th, 6th and 7th of October, at the Circuito Mike G Guadix, in Spain.