A full line-up of 25 Australian wildcard riders has been confirmed for the upcoming MXGP of Australia in Darwin, taking place September 19–21, 2025. The local contingent joins the world’s best motocross riders when the FIM Motocross World Championship returns Down Under for the first time in decades. Drawn from the 2025 Penrite ProMX Championship presented by AMX Superstores the initial list of 15 MXGP wildcards was announced in July, and now a further 10 riders have been selected across the MXGP, MX2, and WMX classes, bringing the total Australian representation to 25. Wildcards were chosen by Motorcycling Australia and endorsed by Infront Moto Racing, the rights holder of MXGP.

Second Wave of Wildcards:

MXGP

Nathan Crawford (Qld, KTM)

Levi Rogers (Qld, Yamaha)

Zachary Watson (Qld, Triumph)

MX2

Seth Burchell (NSW, Yamaha)

WMX (Women’s Motocross)

Taylor Thompson (NSW, KTM)

Sienna Giudice (NSW, KTM)

Madison Healey (Vic, KTM)

Samantha Macarthur (NSW, Husqvarna)

Felicity Shrimpton (Qld, Triumph)

Mia Tongue (NSW, Honda)

This means the WMX field will feature 11 Australians, while MXGP has eight and MX2 six—a strong local presence across all categories.Following in Historic Footsteps-

Just as the late Andrew McFarlane and Michael Byrne once starred as 500cc wildcards at Broadford in 2000, this new generation of Aussies will be aiming to make their mark on the global stage with standout performances.

With only four rounds remaining in the 2025 MXGP season—The Netherlands (Aug 24), Türkiye (Sept 7), China (Sept 14) and then the grand finale in Darwin (Sept 19–21)—the Australian event is shaping up as a history-making conclusion to the championship.World-Class Racing Returns-

The MXGP of Australia promises a festival of motocross with local heroes taking on the world’s elite. Fans can expect fierce racing, passionate crowds, and the unique atmosphere that only international motocross can deliver.

Tickets for the MXGP of Australia are on sale now – click here to secure your spot trackside.

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