The ProMX Motocross Championship (known for sponsorship reasons as the
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ProMX Motocross Championship), is the premier Australian
Motocross
Motocross is a form of off-road motorcycle racing held on enclosed off-road circuits. The sport evolved from motorcycle trials competitions held in the United Kingdom.
History
Motocross first evolved in Britain from motorcycle trials competi ...
series, sanctioned by
Motorcycling Australia
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. The series runs throughout autumn and winter, before the Supercross stadium series in spring, and features three classes; the premier class MX1, MX2, and MX3, which also features junior riders. An MXW class for women is also part of the series.
History
The series has been held under various names, such as the MX Nationals and Australian Motocross Championship, since the 20th century.
The ''ProMX'' series began in 2021, however this season was cut short by the
COVID-19 pandemic
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.
The series returned in 2022, with eight rounds across the country.
Attendance and media
Attendance
Races are typically attended by crowds between 3000 and 5000 people, depending on where the event is being staged and which classes are competing. Many venues are located in regional centres, where the sport tends to be more popular due to the terrain being more friendly to the sport.
Broadcast
Australia
International
Select races are also broadcast on
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in New Zealand.
The ProMX livestream is also available overseas, showing the MX3 and MX2 first motos.
2023 season
In 2023, there will be a total of eight events across four different states. All events except the fourth round and the final round are one-day meets.
2023 calendar
List of Champions
References
External links
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{{National Motocross Championships
Motorcycle racing in Australia
Motocross