Who is Riccardo Pianosi?

Riccardo Pianosi is an Italian Formula Kite racer who became the 2025 Formula Kite World Champion on home waters in Sardinia, after taking silver at the 2024 Worlds and the 2023 European title.

Which disciplines does Riccardo Pianosi compete in?

According to the cited sources, Riccardo Pianosi competes in Formula Kite / Foil Racing.

What is a verified career highlight of Riccardo Pianosi?

Formula Kite World Champion (2025).

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Riccardo Pianosi

Italy

Foil Racing

Country

Italy

Main discipline

Foil Racing

About

Pianosi withstood Max Maeder's 40-knot charge in the Sardinia Grand Final to claim his first world title in October 2025, weeks after getting married, calling it probably the biggest win of his life. A month later he added the 2025 Formula Kite Youth world title in a final against Maeder, Gian Stragiotti and Vojtech Koska - his second world title of the year.

His build-up included the 2023 European Championship in Portsmouth, bronze at the 2024 Europeans behind Maeder and Axel Mazella, and silver at the 2024 Worlds.

Achievements

2025
Formula Kite World Champion
Formula Kite World Championships · World Champion · Foil Racing
Proof
2025
Formula Kite Youth World Champion
Formula Kite Youth World Championships · World Champion · Foil Racing
Proof
2024
Formula Kite World Championships - Silver
Formula Kite World Championships · 2nd · Foil Racing
Proof
2023
Formula Kite European Champion
Formula Kite European Championships · 1st · Foil Racing
Proof

Riding styles

Competition

Frequently asked questions

Who is Riccardo Pianosi?: Riccardo Pianosi is an Italian Formula Kite racer who became the 2025 Formula Kite World Champion on home waters in Sardinia, after taking silver at the 2024 Worlds and the 2023 European title.
Which disciplines does Riccardo Pianosi compete in?: According to the cited sources, Riccardo Pianosi competes in Formula Kite / Foil Racing.
What is a verified career highlight of Riccardo Pianosi?: Formula Kite World Champion (2025).

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