Tiago Rafael wins national Sportbike title at 15 and dreams of big tracks

Tiago Rafael, at 15 years old, won the National Speed Championship by becoming Sportbike champion. The sporting season was marked by nine consecutive victories, pole positions and fastest laps, demonstrating the young pilot's absolute dominance in the competition.

The young pilot admits the ambition to reach more competitive championships, revealing that the goal is to continue climbing in speed motorcycling and aim for higher-level events.

In an interview with Jornal Nordeste, Tiago Rafael and his father, Carlos João, reviewed the sporting season. During the conversation, they revealed the financial difficulties faced by the family to maintain the pilot's career.

Carlos João highlighted the family sacrifices necessary so that Tiago's dream could continue, emphasizing the urgent need to find sponsors who will allow the young pilot to pursue his career in motorcycling.