The FOX Australian Supercross Championship’s kick off round at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on October 7 has been bolstered with the announcement of global supercross champion, Chad Reed, returning as an ambassador of the Adelaide race, as well as lending his name and support of the new 85cc class which will be known as the CR22 Cup.
The now US-based but Australian born and bred star is thrilled to have his name associated with the inaugural CR22 Cup as well as return to Adelaide – the place Reed raced his first Supercross event on an 80cc.
With a passion for giving back to the sport and desire to help others realise their dreams, the two-time world champion, will be front and centre at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre supporting the opening AUSX round as well as the 12-to-14-year-old racers competing in the 85cc class.
“I’m honoured to head back to Australia, play a role supporting the FOX Australian Supercross Championship and put my name to a race that meant everything to me as a kid,’ said Reed.
“Racing the 80cc class was pivotal for my career and I’m so happy the AUSX events are giving these kids a huge opportunity on the main stage in 2023.
“Kids aged 12 to 14 are full of enthusiasm and want to learn – the CR22Cup is a great way to support this age group and give them something to strive towards.
“This is an important move in developing the future of SX – learning proper techniques early on is a great foundation for any rider and will help better the sport in the long term. The end game is to create a pathway for kids while supporting skilled, smart and safe Supercross riders who can progress to take on Australia’s best and then ultimately on the world stage.
“And I love that Adelaide will get to enjoy the first one, it’s a special place given it was my first supercross ride on a 80cc – it’s pretty special to be back and involved.”
Championship Director, Kelly Bailey, reiterated how this class has been reborn from the desire to help young riders and ultimately deliver more future Australian Supercross champions.
“We were thrilled to announce the return of the 85cc Racing category at the 2023 Australian Supercross Championship and it adds another level of excitement to have Chad back and involved,” said Bailey.
“We stand by our focus and commitment to nurture young talent, and with Chad’s name and involvement at the inaugural 85cc event, it further promotes the class, opportunity for young riders and has the ability to empower the next generation to chase their dreams.
“Equally having Chad back involved in the Australian championship is hugely exciting – he was incredibly popular with fans across the board last year, so are delighted to have him involved at Adelaide,” Bailey concluded.
