Denise Dal Zotto
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Denise Dal Zotto is making motorcycle racing history at just 20, competing in Women’s CIV and European Championship while becoming the first woman to finish the brutal Africa Eco Race.
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Denise Dal Zotto is carving her name into motorcycle racing history as both a competitive circuit racer and groundbreaking endurance rally pioneer, becoming the first woman to finish the grueling Africa Eco Race.
EARLY YEARS
Born on August 8, 2004, in Feltre, Italy, Denise grew up in the picturesque Veneto region. At just 20 years old, she’s already making waves in a sport where most riders spend decades chasing the kind of recognition she’s earning early in her career. While details about her childhood and family background remain private, her Italian roots place her squarely in one of Europe’s most motorcycle-mad countries—a place where two-wheeled passion runs as deep as espresso culture.
OTHER INTERESTS
Information about Denise’s interests outside of racing remains largely private, keeping the focus squarely on her impressive motorcycle career achievements.
EARLY SUCCESS
Denise’s competitive racing journey led her to the AFFINITY SPORTS ACADEMY ROKIT ROOKIES team, where she pilots a Yamaha YZF-R7. Her talent quickly caught attention in the specialized world of women’s motorcycle racing, earning her spots in both the Women’s CIV (Campionato Italiano Velocità Femminile) and the Women’s European Championship during the 2024 season. These series represent the pinnacle of competitive opportunities for female motorcycle racers in Europe, and her participation speaks to both her skill level and the recognition she’s gained from team managers and series organizers.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2024: Competed in Women’s CIV (Campionato Italiano Velocità Femminile)[1]
- 2024: Participated in Women’s European Championship with Motoxracing[1]
- 2024: Became first female rider to finish the Africa Eco Race[2]
INSPIRATIONS
While Denise hasn’t publicly shared details about her racing heroes or personal influences, her choice to compete in both circuit racing and extreme endurance rallies suggests she draws inspiration from the full spectrum of motorcycle competition.
REPUTATION
Dal Zotto has earned recognition as a barrier-breaking pioneer in motorcycle racing. Her historic finish at the Africa Eco Race—a notoriously demanding off-road endurance rally—has cemented her reputation as someone willing to tackle challenges that intimidate even seasoned male competitors. In the tightly knit world of women’s motorcycle racing, her dual focus on circuit competition and rally racing sets her apart as an unusually versatile talent. The fact that she’s managed to secure competitive rides in premier women’s racing series while still in her teens speaks to the respect she’s garnered from teams and sponsors in the industry.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Information about Denise’s specific plans for 2025 and beyond remains undisclosed, though her current trajectory in both circuit racing and endurance rallying suggests she’s building a foundation for continued growth in multiple motorcycle racing disciplines.
References:
[1] Motoxracing.net – Women’s CIV and European Championship Coverage
[2] Paddock Sorority – Africa Eco Race Achievement
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