Marcos Uriarte

Marcos Uriarte is a Spanish Moto3 rider regarded as one of the promising talents to emerge from Europe's premier junior motorcycle racing categories. Born in Santander, Cantabria, on 7 December 2004, he began his international career in the European Talent Cup before progressing through the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and the FIM JuniorGP World Championship. His steady development in the junior ranks earned him opportunities in the Moto3 World Championship, where he gained valuable experience with several teams before joining Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP for the 2026 season.

Career Journey

European Talent Cup Beginnings (2018-2019): Uriarte made his first appearance on the European stage in 2018 by competing in the European Talent Cup. A year later, he graduated to the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and quickly impressed by securing his maiden podium at MotorLand Aragon, helping him finish 10th in the overall standings.

Progress Through Rookies Cup and JuniorGP (2020-2021): After another season in the Rookies Cup in 2020, Uriarte took a significant step forward in 2021 by claiming two podium finishes. During the same year, he also celebrated his first podium in the FIM JuniorGP World Championship, establishing himself as one of Spain's rising motorcycle racing prospects.

Moto3 Debut and Wildcard Opportunities (2022-2024): Uriarte made his Moto3 World Championship debut as a substitute rider for Rivacold Snipers at the 2022 Catalan Grand Prix. Another opportunity followed in 2024 when he competed as a wildcard for CFMOTO Aspar at the Barcelona Solidarity Grand Prix, finishing 25th. Meanwhile, he concluded the JuniorGP season fifth in the overall championship standings.

Full-Time Moto3 Career (2025-Present): His impressive JuniorGP performances earned him a full-time Moto3 seat with FleetSafe Honda MLav Racing for the 2025 season. Although the partnership ended midway through the year, Uriarte remained active as a substitute and wildcard rider. In 2026, he joined Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP aboard KTM machinery, continuing his pursuit of establishing himself as a regular contender in the Moto3 World Championship.