In the event it is necessary to postpone the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross schedule further, it will not be postponed past September 12, 2020. Although no Pro Motocross event is scheduled for that date at this time, the series reserves the option to use this date if necessary, but in no event will the series extend beyond this date.

The current Pro Motocross schedule consists of 11 rounds spanning from June 13th through September 5th. However, additional changes are expected and will be announced shortly. The Series will most likely extend from June 20th through September 12th, but no later. In these trying times, full transparency in scheduling is called for, to allow riders, teams and fans to prepare. A revised schedule will be announced ASAP.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—As part of its continued effort to host a successful 2020 season of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, presented by AMA Pro Racing, MX Sports Pro Racing and organizers for all 11 rounds of the series are actively adapting to the evolving dynamics associated with COVID-19, and the protocols that will become necessary implementations at events this summer. As a result, a collective decision has been made by all parties to implement a temporary hold on ticket sales efforts, with an emphasis on being properly prepared to address the safety and well being of those in attendance.

“There is nothing more important to MX Sports Pro Racing, the organizers, and the entire motocross community than the return of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, and we are making sure we do everything in our power to ensure that a successful 2020 season can get underway this June,” said Roy Janson, MX Sports Pro Racing Competition Director.

The ongoing development of protocols that will need to be implemented this summer are being spearheaded by the Race Leadership Team’s “Safe-to-Race Task Force.” This diverse group of individuals with specific expertise in areas of medical care, public health, government relations, information technology, and event promotion was created to build a framework for motorsports events of all kinds to make an anticipated return. In bringing together a collection of some of the most experienced, knowledgeable, and savvy minds in the industry, the unified development of an informational toolkit will help motorsports organizers at all levels, including national caliber venues and local tracks, navigate the complicated road to reopening.

“As states, counties, and cities across the country begin to take the initial steps towards a return to the resumption of normal life, the ‘Safe-to-Race Task Force’ is serving an invaluable role in the diligent efforts being made to take any necessary steps to provide a safe environment for the Nationals to take place,” continued Janson. “Alongside each organizer, the task force is working closely with the local government and health officials surrounding each venue to determine what the necessary parameters will be for welcoming fans during the 49th season of the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series.”

While operational logistics regarding various social distancing measures and potential on-site testing for COVID-19 continue to develop with local officials, which could also require additional adjustments to the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship schedule, the temporary hold of ticket sales will allow for these updated measures to take effect without further complication. Fans that have already purchased tickets to a 2020 National will not need to take any additional action at this time, but should a refund be necessary, purchasers have until a week before their respective event to take action, even if it’s been rescheduled.

The amended 11-round series for the 2020 season is currently slated to begin with the Florida National, on June 13, and will be followed by the High Point National (June 20), the Southwick National (June 27), the RedBud National (July 4), the Thunder Valley National (July 11), the Spring Creek National (July 18), and the Washougal National (July 25). Following a two week break, the championship will return for its stretch run, beginning with the Unadilla National (August 15), followed by the Budds Creek National (August 22), the Ironman National (August 29), and the Fox Raceway National, which will end the season on Labor Day weekend (September 5).

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit: ProMotocross.com.

The Pro Motocross schedule is currently under revision. The opening round is postponed to July 4th and the series will run through October 3rd, with dates and locations to be announced as soon as possible. Currently the number of rounds remains at 11.

The Pro Motocross schedule continues to be dynamic. It is the intent of organizers to conduct the events with fans, which requires elevated social distancing protocols. The phase-in plans for the resumption of large gatherings continues to evolve from state-to-state, with some states having clear guidelines and others not so much. Event organizers continue to work with their local and state officials to develop a suitable timetable for their national event, but the situation is changing rapidly. The current plan is to start the series in July, but to date no exact start date or location has been determined. What has been determined is that RedBud will not be held on July 4th, nor will it be the opening round. The Series will release a month-to-month schedule starting with July in the coming weeks. This roll-out schedule will allow events to be moved as organizers obtain approval from state to state. Although this approach may be unorthodox, it is necessary under the circumstances, and event organizers and series managers appreciate the patience of the riders, teams and fans as we maneuver through these challenging times.

Over the course of the last few weeks, state governments have announced their state-by-state phase-in plans for the resumption of large gatherings, including professional motorsports events. Some states have taken a very restrictive approach to large gatherings (e.g., Michigan, Maryland, Minnesota, Massachusetts and New York), while others have found a more lenient approach acceptable so long as social distancing guidelines are followed (e.g., Indiana, Texas, Tennessee, South Carolina, etc.). These varying state approaches have created unique challenges for the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, as several of the preeminent venues are situated in restrictive states that may or may not permit large gatherings during the time frame currently planned for the series.

On May 4th the RLT announced that the series was tentatively set to be held from July 4th through October 3rd. This would leave only 13 days between the end of supercross and the start of motocross. As many states continue to roll out their phase-in plans, it became clear that a further delay in the start of the season would be the most advantageous for the riders, teams, and the events themselves. The farther the series could push back into the summer the better for all. However, there is a hard start of July 18th, this being a live NBC broadcast date – television coverage being paramount for series and team sponsors.

The new plan is to commence the 2020 season on Saturday, July 18th at Ironman Raceway and end on Saturday, October 10th at Fox Raceway at Pala. It is the intent to host 10 events and possibly 11 by the end of the season. Series organizers have consulted with OEM partners and have been advised that given the unexpected boost in off-road motorcycle unit sales and parts and accessories over the course of the last month (with many dealerships and after-market companies experiencing record sales), it would be premature to cut the season short at this time. The better approach would be to give the national tracks time over the course of the summer to see if their states relax their requirements to enable them to hold their national event. We are hopeful that some historical venues may be able to return to the schedule but recognize that others may not. Hence, the schedule will be rolled out on a month-to-month basis as racetracks and state officials continue to develop their plans.

Besides the Ironman and Fox Raceway dates, the Series is prepared to announce a surprise for the 2020 season. For the first time ever a pro national will be held at Loretta Lynn’s on the historical AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship racetrack in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. The national will be held in August and will serve as a sort of homecoming for pro riders who have graduated from these familiar grounds. Though Loretta Lynn’s is not a traditional pro national venue, these are not traditional times, and series managers are working hard to schedule nationals at venues in states that are open for business.

In addition to the above, it is the current plan to include the following traditional venues on the schedule: Washougal, WW Ranch and High Point. These venues are located in states that have established clear phase-in guidelines that can be timely met. In addition to Loretta Lynn’s, it is highly likely that two more new venues will be added to the schedule based on the states where they are located. Dates will be rolled out at a later date.

All events, no matter their location, will be conducted with fans with elevated social distancing protocols in compliance with CDC guidelines and as recommended by the Safe-to-Race Task Force. These protocols, currently under development, will be announced at a later date.

After considerable communication between race organizers, local government, and local health officials, MX Sports Pro Racing has confirmed that the opening two rounds of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, will be permitted to allow spectator attendance. The season opening Circle K Ironman National will be held in Crawfordsville, Indiana’s Ironman Raceway on July 18, followed by the WW Ranch National from Jacksonville, Florida’s WW Motocross Park on July 25.

“While all of our championship venues have been permitted to reopen for recreational use, there are still varying state-by-state regulations that prevent many of them from allowing spectators at an organized sporting event,” said Roy Janson, MX Sports Pro Racing Competition Director. “As a result, the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship schedule will be rolled out in phases as additional venues are given the green light to welcome fans. Each event organizer is in constant contact with their local government and health officials in order to ensure that a fan-attended event adheres to all health and safety measures implemented by the county, and we’re confident that approach will allow us to have a proper championship calendar that allows for the return of spectators, and follows social distancing guidelines.”

Both the Ironman National and WW Ranch National, along with each remaining round on the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship schedule, will be hosted in compliance with social distancing guidelines that have been established from ongoing communication between local officials. A significant component of those guidelines will be eliminating spectator interaction from competitors and their teams, members of the media, as well as all event staff, meaning paddock access will be limited to credentialed personnel only.

Additional details surrounding the implementation of social distancing policies at the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship will be announced at a later date.

MX Sports Pro Racing has announced the first two rounds of the 2020 series. Additional rounds will be announced as the states advance through their phase-in recovery plans to allow large gatherings.

All rounds will be held with fans, although the pro pits will be closed to the general public. Tickets for the first two rounds are now available.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—MX Sports Pro Racing, organizers of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, have announced the difficult decision to forego the 125 All-Star Series for the 2020 season. The choice to suspend the amateur exhibition series comes as a result of thorough social distancing policies that have been established for implementation this summer, developed both in accordance with CDC guidelines in addition to working alongside local government and health officials in the counties surrounding each respective venue.

“We understand this news is not something anyone in the racing community wanted to hear, and it wasn’t a decision that we came to lightly,” said Tim Cotter, MX Sports Pro Racing Event Director. “As we continuously work towards creating a safe environment for an opportunity to welcome fans throughout the 2020 season, we are also actively developing a paddock layout that appropriately addresses social distancing measures that ensure the health and well-being of our athletes, their team members, and their families. As a result, there will be a limited occupancy within the paddock, for which we need to prioritize our professional competitors.

“We want to emphasize that this is a temporary course of action, predicated on proactive measures to address the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus,” added Cotter. “The addition of the 125 All-Star Series has been a tremendous asset to the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, as fans have had the privilege of basking in the one-of-a-kind sounds emitted from beloved two-stoke motorcycles. We know the importance of the role this division plays into the ethos of American motocross, and that’s why we look forward to its return for the 2021 season.”

As the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship season nears its start on July 18 with the Circle K Ironman National from Crawfordsville, Indiana’s Ironman Raceway, fans expecting to attend the opening round, or any round on the 2020 schedule, should take care to review the COVID-19 Social Distancing Protocols being implemented this summer.

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit: ProMotocross.com.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—Despite the tireless and sustained efforts on behalf of both series and event organizers, MX Sports Pro Racing has made the difficult decision to further postpone the start of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The previously announced opening pair of events were slated to begin in just over two weeks, on July 18, with the Circle K Ironman National in Indiana, followed by the GEICO Motorcycle WW Ranch National in Florida on July 25. However, due to ongoing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, notably recent spikes of positive cases in a significant number of states, series managers deem it necessary to push back the start of the series once more. MX Sports Pro Racing will now look to begin the season in August.

“From the moment we were forced to delay the original start of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship in May, we have diligently worked towards developing as complete a championship-caliber calendar as possible for both our athletes and our fans,” said Carrie Russell, CEO of MX Sports Pro Racing. “In tandem with our event organizers, we have been in constant communication with local officials from the government, health department, and department of public safety for each respective venue to ensure every National is operated in accordance with social distancing measures established by each county and the CDC.

“Following the recent spike in positive cases around the country, a pause is warranted as we evaluate the impact of the stall in state-issued reopening phases and newly implemented travel quarantines,” continued Russell. “Our manufacturers are the lifeblood of American motocross, and we stand by them with our support in times of need. As a result of recent developments, MX Sports Pro Racing needs to take the definitive and proactive step of postponing the start of the season temporarily, which will allow us to work through the current challenges we face.”

In response to this latest decision, MX Sports Pro Racing and event organizers will continue to maintain extensive communication with local officials. The evolution of the pandemic has included dramatic changes from one week to the next, and as states and counties take necessary action to confront the latest concerns of the coronavirus spread, MX Sports Pro Racing will be in a position to take immediate action when the opportunity arises to confirm events at a future date when the time is right.

“It is our sole focus to host a successful season that will not only allow us to crown a pair of AMA National Champions, but will also allow our incredibly loyal fanbase to celebrate the return of racing by cheering on their favorite riders,” concluded  Russell. “These are extraordinary times that have had a significant impact on our industry, and that has called for us to take unprecedented action on behalf of the well-being of our community. This sport is a family, and we will not be deterred from accomplishing our goal, despite this adversity. We remain steadfast in bringing everyone the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship they deserve. Our event organizers have put in far too much effort, while our broadcast partners, series sponsors, manufacturers, participants, and fans have all shown tremendous patience. We owe it to all of them to bring this season to fruition, and we’ll do everything in our power to make that happen.”

Online tickets previously purchased for the Ironman and WW Ranch Nationals will be honored at the to-be-announced rescheduled dates. Refund requests will be honored by contacting the respective event organizers.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Following extensive efforts by race organizers, local government and health officials, participants, sponsors, and series partners, MX Sports Pro Racing has announced the intention to host a nine-round schedule to complete the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The season is scheduled to begin on August 15, with the inaugural professional event at famed Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. The next eight rounds will take place at well-known venues ranging from Washougal MX Park in Washington to Spring Creek MX Park in Millville, Minnesota. The 2020 series will also feature the first-ever Pro Motocross “doubleheader” at RedBud MX in Buchanan, Michigan.

The first half of the season will open with five consecutive rounds. Following the debut of the Loretta Lynn’s National, the schedule will then travel to the scenic Pacific Northwest for the Washougal National, on August 22, before heading to the greater Indianapolis area for the Ironman National, on August 29. From there, Michigan’s legendary RedBud MX will give way to the season’s lone off weekend after it hosts a pair of races around the Labor Day holiday, on Saturday, September 5, and Tuesday, September 8. Racing will resume with the Spring Creek National in Minnesota, on September 19, before heading to Florida for the WW Ranch National, on September 26. The penultimate round of the championship will take place in Colorado with the Thunder Valley National, on October 3, before crowning a pair of champions in Southern California at the season-ending Fox Raceway National, on October 10.

All events on the 2020 schedule will adhere to social distancing guidelines and health management protocols. Each round will be conducted in accordance with local and state ordinances, as identified between the event organizer and local officials. The paddock will be closed to the general public, with access limited to properly credentialed parties only and facemasks required at all times. Hand-washing stations and hand sanitizer stands will be placed throughout the venues and personal hygiene education signage will be prominent.

“While we continue to navigate through these challenging and continuously evolving times of the coronavirus pandemic, we are confident that we’ve developed the framework for a high-caliber championship schedule that can be successfully implemented,” said Roy Janson, MX Sports Pro Racing Competition Director. “Although we respect the unpredictability of scheduling any live events during these uncertain times and are sensitive to the hardships many people are going through, we remain committed to making our best effort to host the world’s most prestigious motocross championship. Thanks to the tireless and cooperative efforts of our event organizers, competitors, sponsors and partners, not to mention the ongoing communication alongside local officials, we have an opportunity to prioritize the health and well-being of everyone. We will conduct these events in a safe environment by implementing several policies, all in an effort to control as many variables as possible.”

Select events will feature limited spectator capacity, while others will be conducted exclusively for participants, professional and amateur, with attendance limited to crew members and family. All events will feature an amateur racing component, both before and after the professional race day. Ticketing and amateur race program information will be posted Monday, July 20, on the event websites. 

“From the moment we faced our first bout of adversity surrounding the coronavirus we have diligently tried to find a way to make the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship a reality,” said Davey Coombs, President of MX Sports Pro Racing. “Needless to say, it’s been a tumultuous year for everyone, and I think we’re on Plan ‘W’ by now. But we’re racers at heart, and our business is founded on bringing together fellow racers for some of the world’s most competitive and high-profile off-road motorcycle events. We know the motocross community is as passionate about this championship as we are, as it’s the lifeblood of the sport, and it’s been our goal to bring everyone, from riders to fans alike, the series they deserve. We’re confident that this schedule will accomplish that, and we look forward to providing the joy and sense of normalcy that American motocross can bring during these incredibly uncertain times.”

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit: 
ProMotocross.com.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—With the start of the 2020 season approaching, MX Sports Pro Racing has announced that tickets to select rounds of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, are now available. Due to limitations surrounding COVID-19, spectator attendance at designated events will feature limited capacity, where access will be confined to public areas and social distancing guidelines will be implemented. The 2020 season officially gets underway with the inaugural Circle K Loretta Lynn’s National on August 15, for which ticketing is now open.

“We’re pleased to have the opportunity to reopen the ticket purchasing process for our passionate and loyal fans. We commend them for their patience in waiting for the start of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship. It’s been a challenging year for all of us, but a return to racing is just around the corner, and fans will have the chance to let out all those months of pent up energy by cheering on their favorite riders once again,” said Davey Coombs, President of MX Sports Pro Racing. “Even though things are going to look and feel a little different this season, we eagerly await the ability to bring American motocross back to those who serve as the lifeblood of the industry.”

In addition to Loretta Lynn’s, tickets are also available for both the Ironman National (August 29) and GEICO Motorcycle WW Ranch National (September 26). Tickets for the remaining rounds of the 2020 schedule will be made available at a later date. Moreover, due to the inability to host large gatherings in certain states, spectators will not be permitted at every event. Currently, the MotoSport.com Washougal National (August 22) and the RedBud National (September 4 & 7) will be exclusive to competitors.

Additionally, MX Sports Pro Racing has confirmed that the dates for the first ever RedBud doubleheader will move from September 5 and September 8, to Friday, September 4, and Labor Day, on Monday, September 7, in an effort to better accommodate the needs of participants.

“After thorough communication with our participating manufacturers and teams, it is in the best interest of all parties to move up the dates of the RedBud National on Labor Day weekend,” said Roy Janson, Managing Director of MX Sports Pro Racing. “There are several benefits to making this change, both for the competitors and the series, and should make for a more compelling scenario for this historic event.”

Due to the continually evolving nature of implementing a 2020 season, MX Sports Pro Racing will honor any event tickets that were purchased prior to the temporary postponement of the season. Full refunds may be issued to individuals who either cannot attend the updated race date, or for those who purchased tickets to an event that has been canceled. Concerned parties are encouraged to contact each event organizer directly, either through the track website or via a direct message on Facebook.

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit: 
ProMotocross.com.

MORGANTOWN, W. Va.—MX Sports Pro Racing has announced that tickets to the remaining rounds of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, are now available. Each of the final four events on the calendar—the THOR Spring Creek National, GEICO Motorcycle WW Ranch National, WPS/Fly Racing Thunder Valley National, and MX vs ATV All Out Fox Raceway National—will feature limited spectator capacity, all in accordance with social distancing protocols established by both state and local officials to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Tickets for each round of the second half of the 2020 season can be purchased online by visiting ProMotocross.com.

“We’ve enjoyed a spectacular first half of the 2020 season, in which three different riders have emerged victorious in both the 450 Class and 250 Class. The amount of parity that’s been on display so far is at an all-time high, and we’re eager to see how the rest of the season unfolds,” said Davey Coombs, President of MX Sports Pro Racing. “To make it even better, as fall rapidly approaches we should be in store for cooler temperatures and ideal weather for the remainder of the championship. What better way to take advantage of these pristine spectating conditions than to buy a ticket to a National, partake in some social distancing, and watch the finest motocross racers on the planet duke it out on the track.”

The battle for the 450 Class title is currently being led by Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Zach Osborne, who has built a 28-point lead thanks to a class-leading three victories. He’s being pursued by Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Marvin Musquin, who is still chasing his first win of 2020, as well as the Monster Energy Kawasaki duo of Adam Cianciarulo, who broke through for his first career 450 Class victory, and Eli Tomac, the reigning three-time series champion. Over in the 250 Class, a two-rider showdown has taken shape between GEICO Honda’s Jeremy Martin, a two-time titleholder who currently sits atop the standings, and Monster Energy/Star/Yamaha Racing’s Dylan Ferrandis, who currently faces a nine-point deficit to his rival.

The THOR Spring Creek National will kick off the second half of the championship next Saturday, September 19, from Minnesota’s Spring Creek MX Park for the sixth round of the season. The GEICO Motorcycle WW Ranch National from Florida’s WW Motocross Park will follow on Saturday, September 26, with the penultimate WPS/Fly Racing Thunder Valley National from Colorado’s Thunder Valley Motocross Park taking place on Saturday, October 3. The 2020 season finale will commence from Southern California’s Fox Raceway on Saturday, October 10, with the MX vs ATV All Out Fox Raceway National.

Now available for download for both Apple and Android devices is the official Pro Motocross App. Fans of American motocross can have access to the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series right at their fingertips on their mobile devices. Developed by AMA Pro Racing, the Pro Motocross App provides users with the most important information surrounding the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, from series news to schedule and ticket information, as well as broadcast schedule details and live timing & scoring. Download it now via the App Store or Google Play.

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit: 
ProMotocross.com.

Monster Energy Supercross was the first pro sport to successfully complete the 2020 season with an adjusted schedule this year. The goal was to bring live racing to fans and crown three new champions in a safe environment. Without fans in attendance for the final 7 races, Supercross continued to have a strong presence on both TV and digital platforms. Viewership was up 29% in 2020 and Supercross was one of the most popular programs on NBCSN in the first quarter. Over 2.4 million fans visited SupercrossLIVE, while over 5.5 million people followed a Supercross social platform generating over 18.8 million social engagements during the season.

Feld Motor Sports continues to look towards the future for Supercross fans and its athletes and is eager for next season. Unfortunately, the Monster Energy Cup that had been scheduled for October 10 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA will not be feasible this year, due to other leagues starting their seasons and the difficulty of securing an appropriate location to host the event in the fall. In conjunction with the Monster Energy Cup, the 2020 Supercross Futures AMA National Championship will also be cancelled.

Ticket Information:

For fans that purchased tickets via AXS online or by phone, a refund will automatically be issued to the credit card used to make the purchase. Otherwise, refunds are available at the original point of purchase.

We value you as a fan and appreciate your patience and understanding. Please visit SupercrossLIVE for updates regarding the 2021 Monster Energy Supercross schedule.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing regrets to inform that the 2020 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations scheduled to take place on the 25th – 26th and 27th of September in Matterley Basin, Great Britain, has been cancelled.

Despite all the efforts from the local organizer (Steve Dixon) and Infront Moto Racing, there is no other viable options but to cancel the 2020 edition of MXoN due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additionally, Infront Moto Racing have received information from nearly all of the non-European teams normally attending the event that due to COVID-19 complications of travel and quarantine protocols, they will not be able to take part in this year’s event.

Therefore, taking all these factors into consideration and with the goal to coordinate the greatest off-road event of the year at a very high level, Infront Moto Racing and the FIM have arrived to the conclusion to cancel the event and look forward to a phenomenal Monster Energy FIM MXoN in 2021!

With the MXGP of Winchester planned to be held together with the MXoN, this GP event will now take place on the 30th of September in Mantova as the MXGP of Città di Mantova featuring a back-to-back MXGP race in Mantova, which will place on September the 30th and October the 4th.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing would like to inform that the MXGP racing calendar has seen further changes. Due to the global outbreak of the coronavirus, public safety of all involved has been put at the forefront which means certain events have been forced to be pushed back to a later date.

MXGP of France due to take place on the 9th/10th of May will now be moved to the end of June and will go ahead in St. Jean d’Angely on the 27th/28th of June. This change means that also the MXGP of Indonesia in Jakarta will now move from June to 31st October/1st November. Meanwhile the second round of the Indonesian trip will be held as the MXGP of Asia on November the 7th/8th, whose location will be announced shortly.

These new updates of the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship Calendar were possible thanks to the complete cooperation with the local organisers, Motoclub Angerien, PT Supersport Sensasion International (SSS) and Lightning Production and PT ARENA SIRKUIT INDONESIA, the national federations and the governments, along with the FIM and FIM Europe.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing would like to inform that there have been further changes made to the 2020 MXGP racing calendar.

The MXGP of Italy, taking place at the legendary Maggiora circuit, will now be rescheduled from the 17th of May to the 5th of July. Alongside, the MXGP of Germany in Teutschenthal will move from the 24th of May to the 9th of August.

With the current pandemic of the coronavirus, these changes have been vital in order to ensure the health and safety of the staff, teams, riders and fans. Infront Moto Racing along with the FIM, FIM Europe and the local organisers are working hard in order to preserve the FIM Motocross World Championship calendar as much as possible.

The FIM Motocross World Championship is planning to return with the MXGP of Russia taking place at the impressive Orlyonok venue on the 7th of June 2020. We would like to thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing would like to inform that there have been further changes made to the 2020 MXGP racing calendar.

Due to the global situation of the COVID-19 pandemic, further changes have been made in order to ensure the health and safety of the staff, teams, riders and fans. Infront Moto Racing alongside with the FIM, FIM Europe and the local organizers are working hard to preserve as much of the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar as possible.

First update involves the MXGP of Russia, due to take place on the 7th of June at the Orlyonok venue as it will now be postponed to the 5th of July, while the MXGP of Latvia will move from the 14th of June, with the event taking place at the popular Kegums circuit on the 12th of July.

This also means that the MXGP of Italy in Maggiora planned to take place on the 5th of July, will now be moved to the 19th of July, with the MXGP of Trentino being postponed to the 4th of October. Additionally, the recent announcement by the French government also means that the MXGP of France scheduled on the 28th of June, will take place at a later date, with an announcement being made following the development of restrictions that have been put in place.

The Updated Calendar can be viewed here, as while you can click and download it.

We would like to thank the FIM, FIM Europe, as well as the local organisers, Motorcycle Federation of Russia (MXGP Russia), LaMSF, Kristers Sergis & Motocenter Zelta Zirgs (MXGP Latvia), MOTOCLUBARCO ALTOGARDA OFFROAD & Crossodromo il Ciclamino (MXGP Trentino), FMI and A SPORT GROUP (MXGP Italy), FFM and Motoclub Angerien (MXGP France) for their cooperation during this time.

With the current situation worldwide, these changes have been unavoidable, and we would like to thank you all for your understanding as we continue to monitor the situation and take it day-by-day.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) - Following the latest announcements of some National Governments concerning the postponement of mass events, Infront Moto Racing and the FIM are closely following the situation in the jurisdictions where MXGP takes place in 2020 and awaiting further news.

Once the reopening phase post Covid-19 lockdown and its impact to events such as MXGP is clearly defined, a 2020 MXGP Calendar review will be completed and further information on the next Grand Prix events will be released.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing and the FIM would like to inform that there have been changes made to the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship racing calendar. With the current COVID-19 pandemic, many countries have been in lockdown and big gatherings have been prohibited. Due to these measures being put in place in order to preserve the safety of the public, the changes below have been unavoidable.

Certain events in July have been postponed or cancelled. The calendar changes are as follows; The MXGP of Russia, that was scheduled to take place on the 4th- 5th of July, will now move to the 1st- 2nd of August, additionally the MXGP of Latvia that was due to take place on the 11th- 12th of July will now be happening on the 8th- 9th of August at the Kegums circuit.

This means that the Monster Energy MXGP of Belgium and the MXGP of Germany due to take place on these dates, will be rescheduled.  The MXGP of Belgium will now be taking place on the 24th – 25th of October, meanwhile the date for the German GP, along with the MXGP of Czech Republic and the MXGP of Emilia Romagna (Imola), that will also see a change of date, remains now as TBA and will also be announced soon.

Unfortunately, certain events will no longer be taking place and this includes the MXGP of Italy in Maggiora, which was scheduled for the 18th-19th of July, as well as the MXGP of France in St. Jean d’Angely, with both events cancelled for the 2020 season but on a positive note French fans among the rest will still be able to enjoy the best off road event in the world with the epic Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations set to take place on the 26th - 27th of September at the popular Ernée circuit.

Meanwhile, more information on the FIM Junior Motocross World Championship originally scheduled Megalopolis, Greece on the 8th – 9th of August, will be coming soon.

We would like to thank the FIM, the FIM Europe as well as all the National Federations and the local organisers for their support and cooperation during this difficult time.

We would also like to thank everyone for their understanding during this period, as we work hard to preserve as much of the 2020 championship as possible taking into consideration and respecting all protocols in place and monitoring all national announcements day-by-day in order to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

(MONACO) Principality of Monaco—It is with great regret that Infront Moto Racing and the FIM must inform the 2020 FIM Junior Motocross World Championship, originally scheduled to take place on the 8th – 9th of August in Megalopolis, Greece, will not be taking place this year.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the global restrictions put in place for safety reasons, many of the 2020 events have been forced to be rescheduled to a later date.

Regarding the FIM 85cc and 125cc Junior Motocross World Championships and the FIM 65cc Junior Motocross World Cup organized for young riders from all over the world, the event could not be rescheduled beyond the end of August, as many of the riders aged between 10-17 years old will be back at school / college, and it was considered that their education remains the absolute priority.

We look forward to 2021 when we will see the return of the highly anticipated youth event. We would like to thank the FIM, the local organizer, as well as all participants and our fans for their continued support during this difficult period.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing regrets to inform that the 2020 MXGP of China has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The much-anticipated Chinese Grand Prix will however make a return to the MXGP racing calendar next season, with the Chinese Federation (CAMF) and H&H Sports Protection Group LTD committed to host the fantastic event from 2021. 

Additionally, the MXGP of Russia will be moved from the 2nd of August to a later date in October/November, with a confirmed scheduling of the event to be announced based on the evolution of the pandemic and the possibility of travel.

Infront Moto Racing, along with the FIM and the FIM Europe, is working closely with the local governments, national federations and the local organizers on a daily basis to have a final calendar in the coming weeks to continue the awaited 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship.

Infront Moto Racing’s goal is to hold with 10-12 events set to take place in Europe between the middle of August and the end of October, including the best off road event of the year, the Monster Energy FIM Motocross World Championship which is held in Ernèe, France on September the 26th and 27th. Then moving further into the schedule between November and beginning of December and following the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 MXGP Calendar will feature the farther stops including selected overseas events.

The European rounds of the MXGP/MX2 World Championships and the European Championships will be announced by the end of June. We thank you all for your patience and we look forward to making a return to racing the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship very soon.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—It is with great pleasure that Infront Moto Racing can finally reveal the updated 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar, as the series will make its much-anticipated return following a four month break due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

During the last four months, Infront Moto Racing alongside the FIM, National Federations and Organizers have been continuously in contact and weekly discussions with local governments have taken place, in order to determine the best way to re-start the FIM Motocross World Championships and the Motocross European Championships. The common goal has remained to preserve the maximum number of events in order to make a credible Championship, supporting all the stakeholders with the aim of saving the jobs of everyone in our sport.

Now even if the situation has not yet become completely clear with regards to COVID-19 our sport starts to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and with the calendar announced today MXGP will concentrate very intense Championships in 3 months managing to run all the classes with a very good number of events and ensuring an exciting racing.

The season will resume with a triple race in Kegums for the MXGP of Latvia, Riga and Kegums, with the first event scheduled on the 8-9 of August, followed by a mid-week special on the 11-12 of August, and the final Latvian stop concluding on the 15-16 of August. The Latvian circuit will undergo changes for each event, providing the riders with 3 completely different racetracks. As it stands, in Latvia there will be a total of 1,000 spectators permitted, with a promise that if the situation improves, we could see this number increasing.

The updated calendar will unfortunately see the cancellation of the MXGP of Czech Republic, the MXGP of Sweden and MXGP of Finland from the 2020 MXGP calendar with all being postponed to 2021. While this year we will have to miss the Finnish Grand Prix, Infront Moto Racing and Lahti Events Ltd. are pleased to confirm the continuing agreement that will foresee the MXGP in Finland next season in 2021 and present there until 2023, meaning a one year extension compared to its initial set term.

The MXGP of Germany, previously as TBA, as well as the MXGP of Indonesia and Asia scheduled to be held in November have been also postponed to 2021 while the MXGP of Emilia Romagna changed the venue hosting a double-race in Faenza—MXGP of Italy and MXGP of Emilia Romagna—and an additional race in Mantova for the MXGP of Lombardia have been included together with a triple race in Lommel, Belgium as the Monster Energy MXGP of Flanders, MXGP of Limburg and MXGP of Lommel. The 2020 MXGP Calendar then foresees the MXGP of Trentino scheduled at a later date and the MXGP of Patagonia-Argentina as penultimate and final event respectively. The MXGP of Russia and the MXGP of Portugal are part of the FIM Motocross World Championship calendar as TBC for the moment depending on the ongoing national conditions.

Unfortunately, the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations in Ernée, France has been postponed to 2023 due to the high restrictions for COVID-19 which forbid mass public gatherings in France. Infront Moto Racing are now working with Steve Dixon to bring the 2020 Monster Energy FIM MXoN to Matterley Basin (UK); the event, which is nearly 3 months away will conform to the outdoor event guidance regulations.

From September onwards, at almost every event we can have spectator number limits in place, but we hope that by then the situation will be much better, and we will have the possibility to welcome larger crowds. Every country has different protocols concerning the COVID-19 restrictions, therefore prior to each event we will inform all the stakeholders, media and fans concerning the specific restrictions they will need to follow.

With many events running consecutively one after the other, in order to provide the riders with a better recovery period, the MXGP and MX2 race action will be concentrated into one day, with free/timed practice taking place in the morning and the main races starting from 12h00 into the afternoon. Whereas the day before each event the European Championship and/or the Women’s World Championship will be run.

At the Monster Energy FIM MXoN the participants will take points for the MXGP and MX2 World Championships, Infront Moto Racing and FIM are working on the regulations keeping in mind the format, the principle and the soul of the MXoN to be maintained.

As always, fans will be able to follow all the race action of each MXGP, MX2, European and Women’s Championship race on the MXGP-TV.com, with more information on the new packages to be given shortly, and also via all our TV broadcasters.

It has been an extremely demanding task to put together this new calendar and Infront Moto racing would not have been able to do so without the support of the manufacturers, partners, riders, teams and fans and we would like to thank you all for your patience, understanding and support throughout this period. Now we look forward to making a return to racing and continuing the much-anticipated 2020 season.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco) - Infront Moto Racing regrets to inform that the 2020 FIM Europe’s Motocross of European Nations and Women’s Motocross of European Nations has been postponed to 2021.

Originally scheduled to take place in Riola Sardo, Sardinia this fall 2020, the new change comes in order to accommodate the recent modifications to the FIM Motocross World Championship calendar and to comply with the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

The unique event welcomes some of the best talents from all over Europe, as riders from each country battle for pride and glory for their nation. Last year’s event saw Team Italy defend their 2018 title as they became champions once again, meanwhile in the WMX division it was Team Holland who went on to take their first WMXoEN victory in Gdansk, Poland!

We look forward to a fantastic edition of the Motocross of European Nations in 2021 and look forward to welcoming you all safely next season. More info on the 2021 event will be shared at a later date.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Infront Moto Racing regrets to inform that the 2020 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations scheduled to take place on the 25th – 26th and 27th of September in Matterley Basin, Great Britain, has been cancelled.

Despite all the efforts from the local organizer (Steve Dixon) and Infront Moto Racing, there is no other viable options but to cancel the 2020 edition of MXoN due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additionally, Infront Moto Racing have received information from nearly all of the non-European teams normally attending the event that due to COVID-19 complications of travel and quarantine protocols, they will not be able to take part in this year’s event.

Therefore, taking all these factors into consideration and with the goal to coordinate the greatest off-road event of the year at a very high level, Infront Moto Racing and the FIM have arrived to the conclusion to cancel the event and look forward to a phenomenal Monster Energy FIM MXoN in 2021!

With the MXGP of Winchester planned to be held together with the MXoN, this GP event will now take place on the 30th of September in Mantova as the MXGP of Città di Mantova featuring a back-to-back MXGP race in Mantova, which will place on September the 30th and October the 4th.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco)—Following the big success of the Latvian stops of MXGP and the support received, MXGP continues to look forward to more epic races this season and therefore Infront Moto Racing would like to reveal the most recent updates to the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship racing calendar.

Following the evolution of COVID-19 restrictions and the difficulty of travel, the decision has been made to postpone to 2021 the MXGP of Turkey in Afyonkarahisar, originally scheduled on the 5-6th of September, while also the TBC events scheduled this season, the MXGP of Portugal that originally was going to take place in Agueda as well as the MXGP of Russia, scheduled in Orlyonok, have been also postponed to 2021.

Instead, following the success of the Latvian triple-header, the FIM Motocross World Championship will anticipate the event in Faenza, Italy, for three epic Grand Prix races with the MXGP of Italy on the 5-6th of September, the MXGP of Città di Faenza on the 8-9th September and the MXGP of Emilia Romagna on 12-13th September. The events in Faenza will also be joined by the EMX125 Presented by FMF racing and EMX 2t Presented by FMF Racing Championship.

Additionally, MXGP will head to Mantova in Italy for another trio of races, for the MXGP of Lombardia taking place on the 26-27th of September, the MXGP of Città di Mantova on the 29-30th of September and finally the MXGP of Europe on the 3-4th of October. The first two races in Mantova will additionally see rounds of the EMX250 and WMX Championships, while the MXGP of Europe will also welcome the EMX125 and EMX250 riders.

Further changes will then see MXGP head to Pietramurata, for the MXGP of Trentino, scheduled for the 31st-1st November, then the MXGP of Pietramurata on the 3-4th of November and finally the MXGP of Garda Trentino will finish off the Italian stint on the 7-8th of November. The additional classes that will join MXGP in Pietramurata will be the EMX Open and WMX riders for the first race, while during the final two events it will be EMX Open and EMX 2t.

The 2020 calendar will now feature three triple-headers in Italy. This decision has been made in order to be able to hold the maximum number of events possible to make a competitive and thrilling championship, as well as to reduce the amount of travel complications for the whole paddock collective.

Furthermore, the MXGP of Lommel, last of the three Belgian stops, on the 24-25th of October, will also see the Yamaha YZ bLU CRU Superfinale, that will welcome some up and coming motocross stars of tomorrow, to the fierce Lommel circuit in Belgium. Last year’s final saw Jekabs Kubulins take a victory in the 65cc class, while in 85cc it was Olle Martensson and finally in 125cc it was Mairis Pumpurs who was the winner.

The MXGP of Patagonia-Argentina, in Neuquen, remains part of the 2020 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar as TBC depending on the ongoing national conditions.

Infront Moto Racing along with the FIM, the local organisers and the National Federations, continue with the goal of presenting a great championship in these difficult circumstances and are excited to welcome back more FIM Motocross World Championship action!

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, the GNCC originally scheduled for April 4/5 at Steele Creek in Morgantown, NC, is now cancelled. The event was initially cancelled for the Steele Creek location only, with the date reserved for another location to be announced. However, given the current crisis in our country, GNCC now deems is prudent to cancel the date as well. Pre-entered riders will have their entries refunded.

Rescheduling details will be announced in the near future. Most likely the previously reserved July 11/12 "Rain Date" will be utilized for this purpose.

The Series will resume April 18/19 at the Camp Coker Bullet in Society Hill, South Carolina.

GNCC Racing continues to urge the sick and the vulnerable (the elderly and those with underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems) to avoid large events and public gatherings, including GNCC events. GNCC Racing will comply with restrictions imposed by federal, state and local authorities, including the Center for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") and the World Health Organization ("WHO") regarding this matter.

In the meantime, GNCC reminds its racing family to use common sense: 1) wash your hands often; 2) avoid shaking hands or coming into close personal contact with others; 3) if you are sick, stay home; 4) if you are really sick, go to the hospital; and 5) don't panic. Until further notice, autograph sessions with riders are suspended. Additional hand-washing stations will be onsite at all events.

The health, safety and welfare of our riders, teams and fans remains paramount, and we will keep our race community apprised of all further developments.

In the spirit of cooperation, the Full Gas Sprint Enduro has agreed to postpone its event previously scheduled for June 13/14 at Harleywood in Bristol, VA, to allow GNCC to reserve that weekend for a GNCC at a venue TBA. Full Gas Sprint Enduro has rescheduled the date for July 4/5 at a venue TBA. GNCC is grateful for their cooperation.

Accordingly, the dates for the remainder of the GNCC schedule are:

As a reminder, the schedule remains dynamic and is subject to change. As the crisis affects different parts of the country differently, it is unreasonable to expect recovery plans to differ from state-to-state as well. Most likely some areas of the country will recover quicker than others, and it may be necessary to change locations (but not dates) to accommodate the recovery. Accordingly, a final schedule with final locations will be issued as soon as it is feasible to do so.

The Snowshoe GNCC, previously scheduled for June 27/28 has been postponed to September 26/27. This date was previously set for the Tomahawk GNCC in NY. To accommodate the request, the Tomahawk will be rescheduled and the new date announced as soon as possible.

The remainder of the current GNCC schedule consists of 10 events on the following dates:

As a reminder, the schedule remains dynamic and is subject to change. As the crisis affects different parts of the country differently, it is reasonable to expect recovery plans to differ from state to state as well. Most likely some areas of the country will recover quicker than others, and it may be necessary to change locations (but not dates) to accommodate the recovery. Accordingly, a final schedule with final locations will be issued as soon as it is feasible to do so.

GNCC Racing representatives are working closely with local officials and landowners in the states of Georgia and South Carolina. These states are actively developing reopening guidelines and are welcoming responsible group gatherings. Although it remains tentative, it is the plan of GNCC Racing to resume competition on May 16/17 at Aonia Pass MX in Washington, GA (same location as round 3) and then on May 30/31 at a location in South Carolina. Social distancing guidelines and best practices for the series are currently under development and will be announced soon.

The dates and locations of the known rounds are as follows:

GNCC Racing will resume next weekend, May 16/17, at Aonia Pass MX in Washington, GA (same location as round 3). The event, appropriately named the Bull Dog GNCC, will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as recently issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force. Details on specific event health protocols will be issued ASAP.

The dates and locations of the known rounds are as follows:

Round 5 of the GNCC Racing Series will be held next weekend, May 30/31 at Camp Coker in Society Hill, SC. The event will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as recently issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force. Details on specific event health protocols are available in the safe-to-race toolkit.

The dates and locations of the remaining rounds are as follows:

Round 6 of the GNCC Racing Series will be held the weekend of June 13/14 at High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, PA. This will be a Specialized eMTB round. The event will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force.

The dates and locations of the remaining rounds are as follows:

Rounds 7 and 8 of the GNCC Racing Series will be held the weekend of June 27/28 at the John Penton in Millville, OH and the weekend of July 11/12 at the Hoosier GNCC in Crawfordsville, IN. The John Penton will be a Specialized eMTB round.

The dates and locations of the remaining rounds are as follows. Events highlighted in blue will be Specialized eMTB rounds.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—With the announcement of the Ironman Pro Motocross National being postponed until later in the year, the 2020 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series presented by Specialized, an AMA National Championship, has made the decision to move round eight from the Hoosier in Crawfordsville, Indiana to the High Voltage in Dunkard, Pennsylvania.

The decision was made in consideration to avoid conflicts with local series, including Indiana Cross Country Racing (IXCR), as well as travel accommodations for multiple team members and racing series. This will give the Racer Productions team valuable time in preparations for the upcoming GNCC round, in addition to groundwork for the AMA Amateur National in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee set to take place August 3-8. 

Riders who are already pre-entered for round eight, the Hoosier GNCC, will have their registration transferred to the High Voltage GNCC, which will take place the same weekend as previously announced on July 11-12. If you are unable to attend the newly announced venue, please send an email to info@gnccracing.com requesting a refund.

High Voltage joined the GNCC circuit last year in July as the ‘reserved rain date’ race, however the off-road racing history goes well beyond just last year. Landowner Warren Lilly is a long-time GNCC competitor, and his venue has hosted several local racing events and private ride days. You will find similar terrain to the recently run High Point GNCC, with some fun rolling hills and a bit of black dirt mixed with gray clay. The existing trails include some fast and flowing sections along with tight and technical spots as well.

For more information about the High Voltage GNCC, and its surrounding areas, visit the High Voltage GNCC page on the GNCC Racing website. Special events happening at round eight will include ePeeWee (STACYC) Racing on Saturday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. followed by Team Faiths Non-Denominational Church Service with Chuck Lemaster at 7 p.m. ET.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—Racer Productions, Inc., producers for the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series presented by Specialized, an AMA National Championship, is saddened to announce that the 2020 Snowshoe GNCC event along with Yamaha’s GNCC University has been cancelled. These events will not be rescheduled for the current season. However, a new location will be announced for racing on September 26 and 27 at a later date.

“We are very disappointed to have to make this decision, but together with Snowshoe’s senior leadership team we have determined that we cannot safely conduct the event in 2020,” said GNCC Event Director Tim Cotter.

Cotter continued, “the Snowshoe event is much different than any other GNCC involving many areas in which we cannot social distance. The Snowshoe Village and Monster concerts have been iconic, and attract thousands of people confined in a small area. In addition the Snowshoe event requires the use of several mass transit mechanisms such as buses and ski lifts, of which would be nearly impossible to sanitize.”

Snowshoe released in a statement today:

“Due to the continuously evolving circumstances surrounding COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the GNCC and GNCC University events scheduled for September 24-27. We value our partnership with Racer Productions and thank everyone for their support of this fantastic event over the years. We look forward to hosting it again in the summer of 2021. For GNCC guests with reservations on the books, our travel planners will be reaching out directly.” 

Guests will be contacted by a Snowshoe Travel Planner, and will be able to receive a full refund, including fees associated with the Yamaha GNCC University. If you rented from a third-party, you will need to contact your relator for cancellation.

The Series will resume from its summer break at The Mountaineer in Beckley, West Virginia on September 12 and 13.

GNCC Racing continues to urge the sick and the vulnerable (the elderly and those with underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems) to avoid large events and public gatherings, including GNCC events. GNCC Racing will comply with restrictions imposed by federal, state and local authorities, including the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) and the World Health Organization (“WHO”) regarding this matter. 

In the meantime, GNCC reminds its racing family to use common sense: 1) wash your hands often; 2) avoid shaking hands or coming into close personal contact with others; 3) if you are sick, stay home; 4) if you are really sick, go to the hospital; and 5) don’t panic. Until further notice, autograph sessions with riders are suspended. Additional hand-washing stations will be onsite at all events. 

The health, safety and welfare of our riders, teams and fans remains paramount, and we will keep our race community apprised of all further developments.

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns and in accordance with government recommendations regarding large group gatherings, the 2020 Loretta Lynn Area Qualifiers are postponed through the end of March. Accordingly, the following events are postponed, and every effort will be made to reschedule as soon as possible:

Commencing on Monday, March 23rd and every Monday thereafter, MX Sports and the AMA will convene and reevaluate the schedule, making adjustments as needed. MX Sports will work with the AMA and Area Qualifier organizers to reschedule the events when possible. 

MX Sports will comply with restrictions imposed by federal, state and local authorities, including the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) and the World Health Organization (“WHO”) regarding these matter in areas where our events are located.

MX Sports urges its racing family to use common sense: 1) wash your hands often; 2) avoid shaking hands or coming into close personal contact with others; 3) if you are sick, stay home; 4) if you are really sick, go to the hospital; and 5) don’t panic.

The health, safety and welfare of our riders and their families remains paramount, and we will keep our race community apprised of all further developments.

Please direct all communications to info@mxsports.com.

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns and in accordance with government recommendations regarding large group gatherings, the Race Leadership Team (RLT) has postponed all motorsports activities through April 30, 2020. This affects the following race series: Loretta Lynn Amateur Motocross National Championship, GNCC Racing, ATVMX and Pro Motocross.

Accordingly, the following events originally scheduled for the weekends of April 18/19 and April 25/26 are postponed, and every effort will be made to reschedule as soon as possible:

Per prior RLT Competition Bulletin 2020-1, motorsports events scheduled for the weekend of April 4/5 and April 11/12 were postposed.

The RLT consists of representatives from the AMA, MX Sports and MX Sports Pro Racing. The RLT will reconvene next Monday to review the race schedules, making adjustments as needed, and will work with event organizers to reschedule events when possible.

The RLT continues to urge racing families to use common sense: 1) wash your hands often; 2) avoid shaking hands or coming into close personal contact with others; 3) if you are sick, stay home; 4) if you are really sick, go to the hospital; and 5) don’t panic.

The health, safety and welfare of our riders and their families remains paramount, and we will keep our race community apprised of all further developments.

Please direct all communications toinfo@mxsports.com.

The MX Sports #SafeToRace strategy has been created, and we will go racing when it is safe to race. At this point, as it relates to the AMA Amateur National program, we have several plans in place to move forward. Each plan has been developed based on an anticipated Safe to Race date. Please see below for a detailed plan of the scenarios:

Plan A: was adopted with the initial cancelation and postponement of the all Area Qualifiers thru the month of April.

Plan B: All Area Qualifiers will start at the beginning of May and run thru the first weekend in June. This will require several Area Qualifiers to run in the same region and on the same weekend. As part of this plan, the Regional schedule will be modified and include the July 4th weekend. The National at Loretta Lynn’s will race as scheduled. However, please know that if we cannot start racing in the first few weeks of May, we will have to move on to Plan C.

Plan C: Will begin by removing the Area Qualifier system and move to a Super Regional schedule. This would require Three Regional Championship events to run in each Region: A Youth, Amateur and Vet Regional. Several of the Youth Classes will be moved to the Amateur Regional and all of the Vet Classes will create the Vet Regional. The National at Loretta Lynn’s will race as scheduled.

Plan D: Will begin by removing the Area Qualifier and Regional Championship system and expand the National Championship into two weeks of racing. One week of racing for Youth and another week of racing for Amateur. This plan is a bit down the road and a lot can and will happen between now and then.

Loretta Lynn’s has been a seed bed for motocross racers around the globe. It’s soil has produced the icons of our sport and will continue to do so.

The following events originally scheduled for the weekend of May 2/3 are postponed, and every effort will be made to reschedule as soon as possible:

The Area Qualifier and Regional race schedules are complicated and have been drastically altered by the national crisis. MX Sports recently released a “State of the Sport” video address explaining the various schedule options, including a condensed Area Qualifier schedule for May and Regional schedule for June (Plan B), a Super Regional schedule for June/July (Plan C) and a 2-week National-only program in July/August (Plan D). A final decision on the program chosen will be announced as soon as possible.

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns and in accordance with government recommendations regarding large group gatherings, the Race Leadership Team (RLT) has postponed all motorsports activities thru May 9/10, 2020. This decision affects the following race series: AMA Loretta Lynn Amateur Motocross.

Accordingly, the following events originally scheduled for the weekend of May 9/10 are postponed, and every effort will be made to reschedule as soon as possible:

The Area Qualifier and Regional race schedules are complicated and have been drastically altered by the national crisis. MX Sports recently released a “State of the Sport” video address explaining the various schedule options, including a condensed Area Qualifier schedule for May and Regional schedule for June (Plan B), a Super Regional schedule for June/July (Plan C) and a 2-week National-only program in July/August (Plan D). A final decision on the program chosen will be announced as soon as possible.

The remainder of the Area Qualifiers are cancelled and the series will resume under a Super-Regional format (previously announced ‘Plan C’) commencing the weekend of June 6/7 through July 4/5. The format will consist of three different regionals (Amateur, Youth and Vet) in each of the eight regions. MX Sports is currently working with organizers to develop a schedule to accommodate this plan and will announce the dates and locations next week.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va.—MX Sports, producer of the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, is pleased to finally announce the 2020 Regional Championship schedule. The previously announced schedule was withdrawn as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. The new schedule features a series of Youth, Amateur, and Vet regionals to be held from the first weekend in June through the July 4 weekend.

To guarantee a spot at a Regional Championship, riders must register online in advance with MX Sports starting today. For the first 48 hours (through Wednesday, May 20 at 1 p.m.), registration will be open only to those riders that qualified at the seven Area Qualifiers that were able to be held prior to the pandemic and cancellation of the remaining Area Qualifiers.

Regional registration will cap at 72 riders per class, with all additional riders being placed in an Alternate Pool in the order in which they were received. Riders will only be allowed to enter for ONE Regional Championship until May 27. After this date riders will be able to register for additional regionals as availability permits. 

*For the Mid-West Regionals at Deseret Peak, the Amateur Regional will host Amateur classes 1-18 and Youth classes 19-36, as posted in the 2020 national class list on www.mxsports.com. For all other regionals, the following classes will be run: 

Supplemental Rules for the Regional Championships will be released within the next week.

Yesterday MX Sports announced the Regional Schedule for the 2020 season. Regional Championships will be held in eight different regions nationwide from the first weekend in June through the first weekend in July. Details on the full schedule are now available.

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – As the last two Regional Championships took place this past weekend, the final step in qualifying for the 39th Annual Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship is now complete. Amateur racers have been working hard, competing over the course of five weeks to qualify for the world’s largest and most prestigious amateur motocross race at the iconic Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

Online Registration is NOW OPEN, and will close on Tuesday July 14, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. ET. Riders will enter their current AMA membership number and hit submit. Riders will then select their national classes; facility permits and check to enter into the Hookup Lottery (optional). Riders are limited to (2) Facility Permits and (2) Pit Vehicle Permits per Facility Permit. Permits must be purchased in advance. A text message and an email with a link will be issued immediately to adult racers, and in the case of parents with joint custody, both parents. Select either the text message or the email link to receive the required release. Read the release carefully, enter your name and select Sign and Confirm. A Confirmation Receipt will be issued, and after that your registration is complete.

When you pre-enter you will receive $20 in Race Gas Cash credits on RockyMountainATVMC.com (One cash credit per rider, per event). You will receive an email after registering letting you know that cash has been put into your account, what event you received it for and the expiration of that credit.

MotoTees is once again offering the opportunity to put your last name on your official Loretta Lynn's racing bib! All bibs are fully sublimated and will include your last name above your race number. No press on numbers or letters! Purchase extra bibs to frame after the event or have on-hand during race week. These customized bibs are in addition to the race bib provided by MX Sports. Orders will begin at a later date.

Due to health concerns we will be following social distancing protocols on race week. That means keep a safe 6-foot distance from others and when you can’t, wear a facemask. Bring a weeklong supply of facemasks for your entire family and pit crew and be prepared to wear them when necessary. Instruct your children on proper usage of facemasks and the importance of washing their hands often and not touching their face. Have hand sanitizer and antibacterial soap readily available and use it often. Make sure everyone reviews and follows the 2020 Safe-to-Race Health Plan.

Although pre-entered, all riders must confirm their entries at the event during Registration. Due to health concerns, only adult riders and the parents of minor riders are required to attend Registration. Minors are encouraged not to attend Registration. To avoid the spread of germs, please bring your own pen to Registration.  Registration is a Mandatory Mask Zone (MMZ).

Registration will be located at the Monster Arena as follows:

Sunday August, 2:

10 am – 11:30 am: Youth Classes ONLY (Classes 20-27)
12 pm – 1:30 pm: Youth Classes ONLY (Classes 28-36)
2 pm – 3:30 pm: Amateur Classes ONLY (Classes 3-11 and 19)
4 pm – 5:30 pm: Vet Classes ONLY (Classes 1, 2, and 12-18)

Monday August, 3:

8 am – 10 am: All Classes

For more information regarding this year’s 2020 AMA Amateur National, please read through the Race Procedures, Ground Rules and Event Health Plan. The 39th annual Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, will take place Monday, August 3 through Saturday, August 8 at Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns and in accordance with government recommendations restricting large public gatherings, the upcoming round of the 2020 ATVMX Championship at Underground MX in Kemp, Texas, currently set for March 28/29, is rescheduled to September 19/20, 2020.

ATVPG will comply with restrictions imposed by federal, state and local authorities, including the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) and the World Health Organization (“WHO”) regarding these matter in areas where our events are located.

ATVPG urges its racing family to use common sense: 1) wash your hands often; 2) avoid shaking hands or coming into close personal contact with others; 3) if you are sick, stay home; 4) if you are really sick, go to the hospital; and 5) don’t panic.

The health, safety and welfare of our riders, teams and fans remains paramount, and we will keep our race community apprised of all further developments. 

Please direct all communications to info@atvmotocross.com.

The current schedule remains unchanged:

The Pro-only round of the series previously set for August 28th in conjunction with the Ironman motorcycle national has been canceled as a result of the change of the Pro Motocross schedule. The event will not be rescheduled.

The remaining schedule follows:

As a result of the GNCC move to Georgia next weekend, the Ironman ATVMX set for May 23/24 will be relocated to Aonia Pass. Details on specific event health protocols will be issued ASAP.

The remaining schedule follows:

The ATVMX schedule remains unchanged and will resume this weekend at Aonia Pass. Details on specific event health protocols will be issued ASAP.

The ATVMX schedule has changed. As a result of the restrictions imposed by the State of New York, Unadilla event organizers have advised series managers that they will be unable to host the previously scheduled Unadilla ATVMX National on July 11/12. This is most unfortunate, as the Unadilla round was a premiere event on the schedule.

Accordingly, the event has been moved to Pleasure Valley Raceway in Johnstown, PA, and rescheduled for July 4/5. The event will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force.

The dates and locations of the remaining rounds are as follows:

The Loretta Lynn and SOB rounds of the ATVMX schedule have changed. The remaining rounds are as follows below.

All events will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force and in compliance with the CDC.

The Loretta Lynn round of the ATVMX Series has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for a different venue. The cancellation was necessitated in order to accommodate the upcoming rescheduling of the Pro Motocross Championship.

A replacement venue and/or date will be announced at a later time.

The remaining rounds are as follows:

Lake Sugar Tree Motorsports Park in Axton, Virginia, has been added to the 2020 ATVMX  schedule to replace the Loretta Lynn round. The event will serve as a memorial to long-time and beloved series referee Robert “Smitty” Smith who lost his battle with cancer in 2012.

The remaining rounds are as follows:

A 2021 ATVMX Rules Meeting will be held during the SOB event. Proposals for class changes will be reviewed. Time and date details will be announced at a later date.

Plans are being discussed for a year-end banquet, but due to COVID-19, currently no banquet is set.

All events will be conducted in compliance with social distancing guidelines and best practices as issued by the Safe-to-Race Task Force and in compliance with the CDC.

The 13th Annual Racer X Inter-AM vintage event previously scheduled for April 18-19 has been rescheduled for October 17-18.

More info to follow, visit the event’s Facebook homepage.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—Due to the ongoing unprecedented situation regarding COVID-19 and expanding restrictions on domestic and international travel, and in accordance with national, state and local governments prohibiting large group gatherings, American Flat Track has decided to postpone its March 28 Atlanta Short Track and April 4 Charlotte Half-Mile events until further notice.

The health and safety of everyone involved in our sport continues to remain our top priority, and it is for this reason that we will continue to assess the situation ahead of the remaining events within the CDC’s recommended eight-week window of caution. Because of this, ticket sales for the May 2 Texas Half-Mile and May 9 So-Cal Half-Mile have been postponed until further notice. As more information is available within the coming weeks, specific announcements regarding those two events will follow. 

Advance ticket holders are offered equivalent admission for any other AFT Events race occurring within the next 18 calendar months. Contact tickets@americanflattrack.com for inquiries and requests.

We value all of our fans and appreciate your understanding while we continue to monitor the situation.

For additional information contact:

For additional information contact: AMA Pro Racing Communications, (386)-492-1014, communications@amaproracing.com.

American Flat Track to Postpone May 2 Texas Half-Mile and May 9 So-Cal Half-Mile

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—In accordance with the safety protocols recommended by the CDC, national and state officials, American Flat Track will postpone the May 2 Texas Half-Mile at Texas Motor Speedway and the May 9 So-Cal Half-Mile at Southern California Fairgrounds. As previously announced, the May 16 Sacramento Mile at Cal Expo Fair will also run at a later date to be determined. 

As with previous events, fans who have purchased tickets in advance for the Texas Half-Mile and So-Cal Half-Mile are asked to contact tickets@americanflattrack.com to receive a credit valid for any AFT Events race within the next 18 calendar months.

American Flat Track intends to run 18 races in 2020 and will now begin with the Red Mile on May 30, 2020 in Lexington, K.Y.

AFT will continue to work diligently to communicate its full updated race schedule as information becomes available.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—In accordance with the ongoing safety protocols recommended by the CDC, national and state officials, American Flat Track will postpone the May 30 Red Mile at The Red Mile in Lexington, K.Y.

As with previous events, fans who have purchased tickets in advance for the Red Mile will receive a credit valid for any AFT Events race within the next 18 calendar months.

AFT will communicate its full updated race schedule following the release of updated federal social distancing guidelines expected at the end of April.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—American Flat Track announced today a relaunch of its 2020 race schedule featuring doubleheader race weekends and kicking off on July 17 and 18 with the Volusia Half-Mile at Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville, Fla. The revised schedule features 18 races over nine doubleheader weekends and culminates in a two-day finale during Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach.

In addition to NBC Sports coverage on NBCSN and live streaming of all 18 events via TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold, AFT has worked diligently toward the goal of having fan attendance at all of its venues. This would include the implementation of new health & safety protocols that will help provide a safe environment for fans, competitors and staff, including reduced capacity, staggered seating, mobile ticketing, cashless transactions and enhanced sanitation.

AFT officials continue to collaborate with public health experts to develop this comprehensive plan in accordance with all federal, state and local requirements. All race-day procedures have been thoroughly reviewed and will continue to be examined and updated to follow specific guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local authorities.

At all American Flat Track events new guidelines and protocols will include:

• Reduction in ticket availability to conform with state and local guidelines for sporting events
• Reserved seating areas to include buffer zones to provide ample space between fans
• Fans entering the venue will be provided with complimentary facial coverings
• Enhanced sanitation and disinfection protocols with frequent cleaning throughout the facility
• Enhancements to mobile ticketing and elimination of printed tickets
• Cashless, contactless transactions for concessions and merchandise
• Regular medical screening of staff and competitors

As an additional precaution, there will be no public access to the paddock area and AFT officials have suspended Fan Walk, rider autograph sessions and paddock upgrades for the remainder of the season.  Event-specific health & safety procedures will be updated to meet or exceed state and local requirements as they are updated over the coming months. Through an updated communication protocol, AFT and its promoter partners will provide regular updates to fans via press releases, website updates, social media posts, email distribution and text messaging.

Careful consideration has been given to secure a full 18-round race schedule that is logistically possible for riders, teams and staff, while also providing the opportunity for fan attendance. Following a thorough review of state guidelines and consultation with local officials by AFT’s promoter partners, certain events that were originally scheduled for 2020 have been cancelled. All ticketholders for cancelled events are eligible to receive a full refund or a credit for use at future events. Please contact tickets@americanflattrack.com for more information.

For more information about the revised 2020 schedule, details on receiving credits or refunds for cancelled rounds and how fans can watch American Flat Track action from anywhere in the country, please visit the 2020 American Flat Track Schedule Update FAQ.

Further communication will be made as tickets go on sale and event announcements are made. For the latest information, stay connected via www.americanflattrack.com and AFT's social media pages.

Updated 2020 American Flat Track Schedule*:

1. July 17 (Fri): Volusia Half-Mile I - Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
2. July 18 (Sat): Volusia Half-Mile II - Volusia Speedway Park, Barberville, FL
3. July 31 (Fri): Lima Half-Mile I - Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
4. August 1 (Sat): Lima Half-Mile II - Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH
5. August 28 (Fri): TBA, Northeast U.S.
6. August 29 (Sat): TBA, Northeast U.S.
7. September 5 (Sat): Springfield Mile I** - Illinois State Fairgrounds - Springfield, IL
8. September 6 (Sun): Springfield Mile II - Illinois State Fairgrounds - Springfield, IL
9. September 11 (Fri):Williams Grove Half-Mile I - Williams Grove Speedway - Mechanicsburg, PA
10. September 12 (Sat): Williams Grove Half-Mile II - Williams Grove Speedway - Mechanicsburg, PA
11. September 25 (Fri): TBA, TX
12. September 26 (Sat): TBA, TX
13. October 2 (Fri): Atlanta Short Track I - Dixie Speedway - Woodstock, GA
14. October 3 (Sat): Atlanta Short Track II - Dixie Speedway - Woodstock, GA
15. October 9 (Fri): TBA, NC
16. October 10 (Sat): TBA, NC
17. October 15 (Thu): AFT Season Finale I - Daytona Beach, FL
18. October 16 (Fri): AFT Season Finale II - Daytona Beach, FL 

*As the situation, regulations and protocols regarding COVID-19 progress, dates and venues listed above are subject to change.

**AFT Singles presented by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys will participate in the Springfield TT on Friday, September 4. 

For more information on American Flat Track visit www.americanflattrack.com.

To get the latest American Flat Track clothing and merchandise visit www.americanflattracker.com.

2020 Lima-Half Mile Postponed

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.—Due to COVID-19 regulations in the areas surrounding Allen County Fairgrounds in Lima, OH, the promoters of the Lima Half-Mile have had to postpone its doubleheader race dates scheduled for Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2020.

American Flat Track is working closely with the promoter, Allen County Fairgrounds and the local health officials to help secure a date that will accommodate its current schedule and provide the best experience for its fans, competitors and staff.

Fans who have requested Friday passes have not been charged and will not be charged by the promoter. The promoter of the event is offering fans who hold Saturday (June 27 or August 1) tickets the option to either request a refund or redeem their advance-purchased tickets for the rescheduled event. All ticket-holders will be contacted directly by the Lima Half-Mile promoter.

An announcement regarding the updated Lima Half-Mile race dates will be made in the coming weeks.

For more information, or to contact the promoter of the Lima Half-Mile, please visit www.limahalfmile.com.

Freestone Raceway has decided to cancel 11th Annual James Stewart Spring Championship. Our number one priority is the best interest of our racers, families, industry partners, and keeping them safe. Hour by hour things are changing with the situation of Covid 19. We couldn’t foresee a day ago the news we hear today, and the safety concerns as they escalate daily. It is the most difficult decision we’ve had to make but, it was the best one for the riders and families.

As a whole the way Freestone staff and industry partners all felt Sunday was not how we feel right now.

However, this is just one event to be affected. Not only will other events and race tracks be affected by these same difficult times we are faced with and the impacts received from them but, the families and small businesses that drive the sport we all love will be impacted too.

On behalf of Freestone Raceway family and staff, we are praying for a safe and healthy return home. We hope there is as little impact as possible over the next few months.

We are honoring our refund policy as posted and allowing people plenty of time to prepare for their return home.

The Isle of Man, and the Isle of Man TT, are faced with unique challenges regarding COVID-19 and making this decision will provide certainty to teams, competitors, sponsors and stakeholders of the event and to visitors across the globe,” said Laurence Skelly, Minister for Enterprise for the Isle of Man.

"The decision also aims to provide reassurance for our residents and healthcare professionals that the health and well-being of the Isle of Man's residents is the single biggest priority and focus of this Government."

At present, August's Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT events have not been put on hold.

The clubs were ready – an impressive field of top riders was ready – but unfortunately Dutch Masters of Motocross 2020 is cancelled. It was a tough decision for the KNMV and partners, but the impact of the coronavirus crisis makes it impossible to push through for this season.

Due to the measures taken against the coronavirus, the curtain for the opening round in Harfsen on March 29 already fell last week. In addition, we are dealing with changes in the MXGP calendar. As a result, the Dutch Masters final for the 250cc and 500cc at the Zwarte Cross already became a no-go. Other free weekends are also filling up fast. That makes moving race days difficult, if not without a chance. In short: There is no longer a possibility to hold a full-fledged Dutch Masters of Motocross competition in 2020.

Your Health.

Moreover, there are currently more important issues in society than motocross. The health and safety of riders, teams, fans and all volunteers at the organising clubs is always our priority. This is a tough pill to swallow not just for the KNMV, but especially for the organising clubs MC Hamac Harfsen, Stichting Circuit Oldebroek, MACRO Rhenen and MACL/Zwarte Cross and all their volunteers. They would love to have had a great season with the riders, teams and sponsors.

2021

This must now wait until 2021. Thanks to the support of our main sponsors Jumbo and Red Bull, we can continue the competition next year! In the meantime, the KNMV is looking at possibilities to add a number of regular ONK races to the 2020 motocross calendar. We are also working on a new programme for the Friday (July 17) and Sunday (July 19) of the Zwarte Cross.

Caprock Canyon, Round 2 of the 2020 Kenda AMA National Enduro Series Postponed

With the escalation of the corona virus over recent days and further restrictions by federal and state authorities, the NEPG has decided that it is in the best interest of riders, their families and all others involved to postpone the Caprock National Enduro.

With the Corona Virus being wide spread and many riders and their families traveling though many states across the country with varying levels of travel restrictions, along with more and more amenities being shut down, we feel it would be best to postpone the event to a later date. It is the goal of the NEPG along with dedicated clubs that we work with to have a fun and safe event where we can share camaraderie as a group of fellow motorcyclists.

We are working with the Post Enduro Association, TSCEC and RMEC to find an open date to reschedule the event and will release that along with refund information when it becomes available.

Due to the North Carolina Governor’s Executive Order No. 117, issued on March 14, 2020, that prohibits mass gatherings, the promoters of the Full Gas Sprint Enduro Series along with the owners of North Carolina Motorsports Park announce the postponement of the Full Gas Sprint Enduro event scheduled for March 28-29. ⁠

Stay tuned to our social channels for more information on this developing situation.

Full Gas Sprint Enduro 2020 Schedule Update⁠
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and uncertainty on when racing will be able to resume due to regulations regarding large gatherings, the Full Gas Sprint Enduro Series has adjusted its schedule by postponing all racing until May 23-24. Due to scheduling conflicts, the previously scheduled event for June 13-14 has been removed, and dates have been added in August, September, and October.⁠

At this time all event locations are listed as TBA. Locations will be chosen based on which states will allow racing to resume. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for updates on exact race locations to be made available as soon as they are known.⁠⁠

Pre-entry for all events is currently closed until final event details are made available. Any entries that have been paid for will be able to be transferred to another event this year or refunded. ⁠

May 23-24 ⁠
July 18-19 ⁠
August 8-9 ⁠
August 29-30 ⁠
September 5-6 ⁠
October 17-18 ⁠

Hello fellow racers. We are very sad to announce that we will have to postpone rounds five and six in Jericho, UT due to a decision made by the local county and the growing concerns with the COVID-19 virus. We will be announcing new dates for both Utah rounds however please note that as of right now the Murphy, ID round is cancelled. As stated in our supplemental rules we will keep the original amount of throw aways (2).

To Our WORCS Family,

We wanted to reach out and say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the overwhelming amount of love and support all of you have shown in the last week. WORCS racers are truly the BEST!

As of right now the WORCS office staff is working on several game plans that we can put into action as soon as the time comes.

WORCS is first and foremost trying to get back to racing ASAP.

Second we are working on making sure we still have a championship series; our goal is to have at least an 8 round series still, if not more.

With that being said, we may be doubling up rounds (having more rounds like the Havasu format) to make sure we still provide racers with more opportunities to race and earn points.

Please note that we may be changing our race format, race weekend schedule and future dates to make all of this happen.

There is still a lot of unknowns right now, and like everyone else, we won't have really have a true clear answer until the end of March. We will keep you all as up to date as we can during this time.

Again we thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.
Don't forget, the desert is always open!

Here is our latest scheduling update:

Unfortunately, as of today, the Blythe round at Shorty's Sports Park (April 10-12th for ATV/SXS and April 17-19th for MC) will have to be postponed. We, along with the staff at Shorty's MX, were hopeful that that the original paper work and mandates provided would last until the end of March. However, the facility has had to place a hold on all events until April 30th. We are so excited to race at Shorty's Sports Park and will let you know as soon as we can when we can reschedule for this awesome track! 

We have also spoken with the City of Lake Havasu again. The city is closely monitoring the situation but is also eager to get back up and running with events. If at all possible, we are looking to reschedule and hold Motorcycle Rounds 3 & 4 sometime in late April. The final call on weather or not we can have an event in April will be made shortly after April 1st. We want to provide as much time as possible for people to prepare to race! We are also thinking, if we are able to race in Havasu, of bringing back the ATV/SXS's for another single (not double) round here as well.

Please note that we are providing this info to be very open and keep you in the loop with as much information as possible through these uncertain times. This does not mean the above concerning Havasu will or won't happen, we are just trying our best to give you as much notice and prep time as possible so you can make a decision that is best for you and your family during this time.

With racing being cancelled across all series, and venues having other events cancelled as well, rescheduling any postponed races will be difficult to navigate. We will do our best to give you at least a two-week notice before any schedule changes occur.

We are trying to navigate uncharted waters and truly do appreciate everyone's support at this time. We know that when things get back up and running, the schedules may not be ideal for everyone, but our main priority is to get you back to what you love doing the most safely.

Again we thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

Support your local industry shops, manufactures, and sponsors as much as you can! Pull out those Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Race Gas Cards. Get your bike serviced or suspension, order those parts you have been meaning order, give them a call to find out operating hours and give them a shout on social media, anything helps!

Stay Healthy-Stay Positive- and Keep the Good Vibes Going!

To Our WORCS Family,
Here is our latest scheduling update:

We hope this email finds you all well. We miss you all greatly and can't wait for the day when our WORCS family can be reunited once again!

The following information and schedule is tentative and subject to change at any time. While we are trying to get racing as soon as we possibly can, we want to do so in a safe manner for all. If we can not race until after summer, our final rounds will likely become double rounds as to be able to provide racers with the opportunity to still chase a series and be competitive for a championship.

Please read through the entire email so you are aware of all schedule date changes, location updates etc.

** Glen Helen MC is tentatively scheduled as a double round. Please know that this may or may not happen. We want to prepare racers to all situations and it will all depend on if further rounds get cancelled or not. We may also have to make another end of the season round a double round as well; again all depends upon how the next few months roll out. **

We will do our best to give you at least a two-week notice before any schedule changes occur.

We are so excited to see all of you very soon! Please read this email in its entirety as it will contain a lot of information of some temporary WORCS race operating procedures. WORCS is excited to get you all back to doing what you love the most in our upcoming events and want to make sure the safety and health of everyone is at the top of our list. With that being said, please read on for some new guidelines WORCS will be putting into place at our next events. We hope these will only be temporary and that we can get back to to our standard operations soon, but for now we ask that you please consider the following: 

• WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE ONLINE PRE-ENTRY: online pre-registration will save you $5 per race entry, help lines at registration go quicker and get you in and out faster; as well as help us follow county guidelines. This will help us greatly. Click here to get pre-registered tomorrow!
• **Note Online registration will open May 8th and will close May 19th at 12:00 PM CST for ATV and SXS and will close May 26th at 12:00pm CST for MC.**
• Please Read Next Bullet Point COMPLETELY
• If you are using a race transfer from the postponed MC Havasu round, please email katie@podiumpromotionsllc.com and she will pull your transfer and give you a discount code to use for online registration. This code will allow you to online pre enter for Mesquite but waive the fees.It is the sole responsibility of the racer to request to use their transfer and pre enter themselves using the code. You can only use a transfer from the MC Havasu postponed round for online pre entry. All other race transfers from previous rounds will need to be requested at the track. In your email please include the racers name and race number. If you have not requested a refund from MC Havasu and you would like one the deadline for a refund will be May 26th. Any entries from that round that have not been requested to use at Mesquite or refunded will be put on transfer for the racer to use at another 2020 round. 

• Please adhere to standard social distancing guidelines while congregating at busier areas of the track. (start line, amateur pits, registration etc.)
• Please park at least 10 feet apart from all trucks, trailers, RV's etc.
• We will limit the amount of racers at registration to 15 at a time. While in line please keep social distancing in mind.
• Parents of minors please come to registration alone if possible to handle all of your racers needs as to help us limit the number of people at one given time at registration.
• There will be no congregating at the finish line. All racers please report back to your personal pit area upon finishing your race.
• If you are 18 years or older we ask that you be on the start line by yourself or if you must have someone with you please limit it to one and only one additional person with you.
• All minors under the age of 18 will only be permitted one adult with them at the start line.
• When waiting to be staged please keep your helmet and safety gear on, stay in your vehicle or on your bike. Keep physical distancing in mind and again if you can wait at staging solo please do so if you need someone with you then please limit it to one other individual.
• Wash your hands often. Sneeze or cough into you elbow. We will have hand sanitizer at registration for use.
• If you are 65 and older or have a compromised immune system, we encourage you to stay home. If you do plan to attend please take the personal measures to keep yourself healthy.
• If you are showing signs of being sick or have a fever, please stay home.
• All Pro riders and drivers meetings will be prerecorded and posted online, It is the SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE RACER to watch the video and know what is expected of them. Failure to watch the video will be subject to penalty. After watching the video please submit all questions to Randy@podiumpromotionsllc.com. There will also be a short riders meeting on the line to review any last minutes changes (this does not mean you do not get to watch the video!)
• Our on site medical crew will also be available for you if you feel unwell or require any additional medical assistance while at the event.
• We can't wait to see you, and we thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time.

Below is the Updated WORCS 2020 Race Schedule

*** Our Las Vegas round has been cancelled for 2020. With no guarantee the arena will be open in June and the restrictions that would have to be set in place if it does open would make it difficult for us to hold the event. WORCS feels that relocating this round to Lake Havasu will be the best for racers to get back to racing and for WORCS to still be able to have a Championship Series with enough rounds.We look forward to heading back to The Orleans in 2021!

** In regards to Lake Havasu in June, we know this round will be very HOT! However WORCS has raced in Havasu in years past when it was 110 plus degrees. For our MC ATV/ SXS rounds, we will be adjusting race times for the heat, this will be done for the safety of racers and the WORCS track staff. For the MC and ATV's, please note that we will bring the race entry fees down to last year's entry fees for this round only.

** Glen Helen MC is tentatively scheduled as a double round. Please know that this may or may not happen. We want to prepare racers to all situations and it will all depend on if further rounds get cancelled or not. We may also have to make another end of the season round a double round as well. Again, all depends upon how the next few months roll out. **

In regards to Lake Havasu in June, we know this round will be very HOT! However WORCS has raced in Havasu in years past when it was 110 plus degrees. For our MC and ATV/ SXS rounds, we will be adjusting race times for the heat, this will be done for the safety of racers and the WORCS track staff.

For the MC and ATV's, please note that we will bring the race entry fees down to last year's entry fees for this round only. With the current situation, we are very limited to where we can hold WORCS races.

We understand that this is not ideal for everyone but please know that WORCS is working extremely hard to keep racing and provide a viable championship season. We thank you and truly appreciate all you support during this time.

Glen Helen MC is tentatively scheduled as a double round. Please know that this may or may not happen. We want to prepare racers to all situations and it will all depend on if further rounds get cancelled or not. We may also have to make another end of the season round a double round as well. Again, all depends upon how the next few months roll out.

MASTER SCHEDULE PAGE:

• May 22-23rd will be ATV/SXS @ Mesquite MX - Mesquite, NV
• May 29-31st will be MC @ Mesquite MX - Mesquite, NV
• June 12-14th will be MC Only @ Lake Havasu, AZ
• June 19-21st will be ATV/SXS @ Lake Havasu, AZ
• July rounds in Oregon have been canceled
• September 18-20th will remain at Glen Helen (double round most likely)
• September 25-27th MC only @ Cahuilla MX - Cahuilla, CA
• October 16-18th ATV/SXS @ Shorty's MX - Blythe, CA
• October 23-25th MC Only @ Shorty's MX - Blythe, CA
• November 13-15th @ Primm, NV MC/ATV will stay the same
• November 20-22nd SXS World Finals @ Primm, NV will stay the same
• December 4-6th MC only Lake Havasu (single round)

We will do our best to give you at least a two-week notice before any schedule changes occur.

We know many racers not only race WORCS but another series as well. We are trying our very best to keep other series schedules in mind and not conflict, however with the situation and all series scrambling for dates it makes for a tight and a not so perfect racing schedule.

We know the end of the year will be weekend after weekend of racing and we thank you in advance for you support and being apart of WORCS.

With racing being canceled across all series, and venues having other events canceled as well, rescheduling any postponed races will be difficult to navigate.

It is with a heavy heart we have to announce the postponement of our June Havasu events for Motorcycle, ATV and SXSs.

There has been an influx of tourism to Lake Havasu City over the last two weekends and the city officials feel it is best to not hold any major events for the time being to keep the number of people visiting to a minimum.
We can't thank you enough for your steadfast support, patience and flexibility during this constantly changing times.

As always, the entire WORCS staff will be working vigorously to get racing back to a full green light ASAP. We are currently diving head first into track locations for a summer event and potentially holding more double rounds in the fall so you can have the 8-10 round championship series you expect and deserve from WORCS racing.

We will send an update as soon as one is available. All the good vibes and love to you our WORCS family!

Support your local industry shops, manufactures, and sponsors as much as you can! Pull out those Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Race Gas Cards. Get your bike serviced or suspension, order those parts you have been meaning order, give them a call to find out operating hours and give them a shout on social media, anything helps!

Our WORCS Family,

Thank you all so much for the amazing last two weekends in Mesquite. It was the absolute best being able to see each and every one of you and share in what we all love the most, racing with the best pro and amateur off-road racers in the world.

Unforeseen circumstances beyond our control have once again come into play for the 2020 WORCS season. As of yesterday afternoon, Wickenburg officials have postponed our June WORCS events. The town feels that due to current circumstances regarding; several large fires in the surrounding area that broke out over the weekend, the local and statewide curfews, and continual changes in local government decisions, that it would be best to postpone the races that were to be held at Flying E Ranch.

The city of Wickenburg and Flying E Ranch cannot wait to host WORCS events and have some amazing things planned for our racers when WORCS does roll into town.

We thank you for your support and understanding and we are so incredibly grateful for our last two weekends and getting to share them with you.

Our goal, as always, is to get you, your family and friends racing as soon as possible and we will, as we have over the last few months, continue to work hard to do so.

If you pre-registered for Wickenburg, you will be issued a refund shortly.

Stay Healthy-Stay Positive- and Keep the Good Vibes Going!

WEM the promoters of the MXstore MX Nationals have released a tentative schedule for the 2020 series, now expected to begin in August at Connondale in QLD on August 9th. In response to the recent COVID-19 outbreak,  the series was postponed from it’s initial start date in April due to Government Restrictions on sporting events and interstate travel.  Kevin Williams from WEM has commented on the release of the new calendar.

“It is important that everyone understands the new calendar is a projected series schedule with the current information that we have available to us. We are seeing positive information on the slow down of this outbreak and we can begin to anticipate what a return to some normality in life looks like. Following the ease of restrictions will be the projected return to sporting events and ultimately a time for us to go racing. We are putting our best foot forward to give everyone the most time to prepare, including the riders, teams and hosting clubs. The major hurdles that will disrupt the projected start of the series in August will be the Government not lifting the interstate travel ban and a continued restriction on the number of people allowed to attend outdoor events. We have continually stated that WEM is committed to delivering a full nine round series in 2020 and this is still our goal. As always we will keep everyone updated with the relevant information as soon as it becomes available.” 

The new schedule will see a two week on and two off format, in an attempt to limit both travel time and expense for all relevant stakeholders of the series whilst delivering a nine round series in a two month window.

**Subject to change and Government restrictions**