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Sylvain Guintoli’s Six-Year-Old Son Luca Dies After Yearlong Cancer Battle

Racer Jake Dixon’s auction of a helmet drawn by Luca is raising funds for children with cancer.

Overview

  • Luca Guintoli died on July 30, 2025, at age six after battling an aggressive cancer for more than a year.
  • The Guintoli family announced his passing via Sylvain Guintoli’s Instagram profile, praising Luca’s courage and expressing profound grief.
  • Sylvain Guintoli scaled back his MotoGP and Superbike commentary duties in August 2024 to focus on his son’s treatment.
  • Riders, teams and fans across the motorsport community have sent condolences and messages of support to the Guintoli family.
  • Proceeds from a helmet designed by Luca and auctioned by racer Jake Dixon are being directed to charities supporting children with cancer.