From Arenas to Circuits: Silvia Rizzo Connects Elegance And Victory With Ducati’s Winning DNA

The Diavel is the manifesto of the combination between sensual beauty and sophisticated technology.

NATIONWIDE - AUGUST 2025 - (USAnews.com) — Inspired by that vision, Italian dressage rider Silvia Rizzo brings the same fusion to life through her own story where precision, power, and style meet on two paths that share one name: Ducati.

Silvia Rizzo, recognized for her victories in dressage with her horse Ducati, has built a career defined by elegance, determination, and bold individuality. On the international stage she became known as one of the most stylish and fearless riders in the arena, and today she continues to embody those same values in every performance. Her horse, Ducati, is more than a partner: he represents the bond between strength and grace that makes Silvia’s riding unique.

It was only natural that this journey led her to another Ducati , the motorcycle brand that, like her, thrives on precision, passion, and the pursuit of excellence. The connection is more than coincidence: from Ducati the horse to Ducati the motorcycle, the DNA is the same.

The new Ducati Diavel V4 Burning Red has become the symbol of this bridge. Bold, sculpted, unmistakably powerful, it reflects Silvia’s own path of resilience and triumph. Its design speaks of sensuality and sophistication, while its performance mirrors the discipline and intensity of competitive sport. And it comes from a brand currently rewriting history in MotoGP, dominating the world stage with the same combination of beauty and performance that Silvia brings to her arena victories.

“In sport, whether on a horse or on a bike, what matters is precision, passion, and presence. Ducati brings all of this into every detail of the Diavel V4 , and it resonates with my own story.” , Silvia Rizzo

The photoshoot captured by Estelle Roelofs merges racing DNA with lifestyle imagery: red as a statement, Italian as an identity. It is not just about showcasing a motorcycle, but about telling a story of victory, elegance, and the courage to live boldly.

Alongside Silvia, Benjamin Besselsen contributed intensity and strength to the images. His presence created a visual dialogue between elegance and raw power , a reflection of Ducati’s spirit and of the contrast Silvia herself embraces in her career. Together, the balance between them became an echo of what makes Ducati unique: beauty paired with performance, style fused with dominance.

From the silence of the dressage arena to the roar of the MotoGP circuit, Silvia Rizzo shows that elegance and power are not opposites but allies. Whether guiding her horse Ducati or standing next to the Diavel V4, she embodies the same manifesto: victory is not only about medals or speed, but about the courage to define yourself, to merge passion with discipline, and to find beauty in every detail of performance.

The set was made possible thanks to the support of Affetto Ducati and Ducati Netherlands.

For more on Silvia Rizzo’s journey , visit her blog or follow her on Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram, or Youtube for behind-the-scenes insights and updates.