The world’s top motocross riders will be heading to Darwin in Australia in September as the MXGP of Australia makes its debut.
The Australian round will take place from September 19-21 with the Northern Territory to host an MXGP round for the next five years, along with an option to extend the collaboration.
“It is very exciting to have the 2025 dates for MXGP of Australia locked in as the anticipation is building for this exclusive event,” said Northern Territory Major Events Company Acting CEO Trevor Cox.
“Planning for the adrenaline-fuelled spectacle is well underway and it is a real coup for Darwin to be the home of the MXGP round in Australia, for at least the next five years.
“MXGP is a globally renowned sporting event and bringing it to the Northern Territory, alongside the Australian debut of the FIM Women’s World Motocross Championship, is a huge achievement that we’re very proud to be part of.
“We expect thousands of fans from across Australia and a strong international presence, making Darwin the vibrant hub of world motocross. We are ready for the world to come check this out in September 2025.”
The Darwin-exclusive Grand Prix will include the MXGP and MX2 classes, the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship (WMX), and national support classes. Notably, Darwin will be the first city in Australia to host the WMX World Championship.
This event promises a significant boost for local spectators, as Australian riders will have the chance to compete as wildcards in all three world championship classes.
Infront Moto Racing CEO David Luongo added: “We are very proud and excited to bring back the MXGP to Australia after a wait of more than 20 years. Darwin is a perfect location with its connection to nature and with the beautiful track that local organiser will build there.
“I want to thank all the authorities, Northern Territory Major Events Company and all the people from Darwin who put in place these great facilities.
“All the top riders in the world are super excited to go back to Australia as it is one of the biggest markets for motocross and one of the biggest fan bases in the world. We are very, very excited to be there next September. See you in Australia.”
With a wealth of talent emerging from the ProMX national ranks in Australia, the Darwin event offers Australian riders a golden opportunity to make their mark in the world’s premier motocross championship.
Set against the backdrop of the soon-to-be constructed purpose-built track at Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, this high-profile international event will shine a spotlight on the Northern Territory’s stunning natural beauty and enhance the Territory’s reputation as a premier tourist destination and motorsport haven.
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) will deliver this global sporting event in a landmark agreement with MXGP rights-holder Infront Moto Racing, with Motorcycling Australia as a key partner.
