Australian Motocross
Barcia enters AUS-X Open
Justin Barcia is heading to Sydney!
Aside from the Monster Energy Cup, the AUS-X Open has become the most exciting off-season event. The relatively-new race, which is held in Sydney each November, never fails to attract some incredible talent. This year will be no different, as Justin Barcia confirmed his participation earlier today.
“I have been following the Monster Energy AUS-X Open Sydney since the first year back in 2015 and I am pumped to head to Australia for the first time in my career,” Justin Barcia said in a press release. “The AUS-X Open demands perfection against the best riders on the planet and I have my sights set on one thing only, winning in Sydney! I have heard the event has some of the most insane fans and inside the stadium is deafening – that is the sort of racing environment I thrive off.”
“We are really pumped to have someone of Justin’s caliber competing at this year’s Monster Energy AUS-X Open Sydney,” Adam Bailey, the event co-found and director, said. “It is always exciting when the world’s best come down under to compete, especially for the first time, at our event. Justin is undoubtedly one of the greatest talents on two wheels and he brings with him a style and charisma that is sure to wow fans in Sydney on November 10.”
A handful of high-profile participants are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. Dean Wilson took the first main event win last year, then Jason Anderson won on the second night.
Words: Lewis Phillips | Lead Image: Monster Energy Media/Octopi
The calendar for the 2024 Penrite ProMX Championship presented by AMX Superstores has been set, featuring a tantalising mix of established venues and an injection of exciting new locations.
Words: Press Release | Lead Image: ProMX
The 2024 ProMX Championship will again be held over eight rounds, starting in Wonthaggi (Vic) on March 17 before concluding at Queensland Moto Park in Boonah on August 17-18.
In between, Australia’s premier motocross showpiece will visit Horsham (Vic) on April 7 (round two), Gillman (SA) on May 5 (round three), Toowoomba (Qld) on July 21 (round six) and MX Farm Queensland in Gympie on August 11 (round seven).
Rounds four and five will be held on May 26 and June 23 respectively, with venues still to be announced.
2024 Penrite ProMX presented by AMX Superstores calendar
• Round 1: March 17, Wonthaggi, Vic
• Round 2: April 7, Horsham, Vic
• Round 3: May 5, Gillman, SA
• Round 4: May 26, TBA
• Round 5: June 23, TBA
• Round 6: July 21, Toowoomba, Qld
• Round 7: August 11, MX Farm Queensland, Gympie, Qld
• Round 8: August 17-18, Queensland Moto Park, Qld
Wonthaggi, Gillman, Toowoomba and Queensland Moto Park all featured on the 2023 calendar, while Horsham and MX Farm Queensland have previously hosted Australian Motocross Championship rounds but will now be making their debuts under the ProMX moniker.
In 2024, ProMX will consist of the following Australian Championship classes:
• Thor MX1;
• Pirelli MX2;
• Maxxis MX3;
• Ezilift MXW (Women’s); and
• Veterans.
The MX1, MX2 and MX3 classes will feature across the entire calendar, MXW at four rounds, and the Veterans at one.
In addition, MX85 (World Junior Motocross Championship qualifying) will be a support class at three rounds.
The full class composition at each round will be announced shortly.
Motorcycling Australia CEO, Peter Doyle, says the 2024 ProMX calendar builds on what is already a shining example of how a professional championship should be run.
“We’ve now had two complete seasons of ProMX after the Covid interruptions and during that period, the growth curve of the championship across all the key metrics continues to go through the roof,” he said. “And, of course, the racing is brilliant, which is what keeps riders, spectators, commercial partners and supporting clubs coming back for more.
“Next year will be more of the same, and we’re certainly set for another terrific season of ProMX.”
Check out the awesome shots from the GASGAS Racing Team Australia Photoshoot by Michael Williams (@postmoto_ on Instagram).
The Factory Honda Racing team in Australia have confirmed the signing of exciting talent Noah Ferguson, who makes the switch from GasGas for the 2024 season after a strong 2023 that was littered with upside.
“Factory Honda is delighted to welcome Noah Ferguson, a strong championship contender, to compete in both the MX2 and SX2 championships. Noah will join Brodie Connolly in the MX2 class, and we anticipate announcing one more rider shortly to complete the team for the MX2 and SX2 championship campaigns,” the team stated.
MORE: Between The Races Podcast: Noah Ferguson
“Super excited to announce that I will be working with Honda Australia for the 2024 season! Looking forward to what’s to come,” Ferguson said.
Eager to continue on his upward trajectory next year in his quest to secure titles, it’ll be fascinating to see how he fares.
Lead Image: Noah Ferguson / Honda Australia
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