The FIM World Supercross Championship announces its first-ever South African event as part of the upcoming 2025 season, bringing the action to Cape Town’s DHL Stadium. The Cape Town round joins London and Buenos Aires on the 2025 schedule. The dates have not been announced.
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World Supercross is heading to Cape Town, South Africa, as part of the latest addition to its 2025 season calendar. In its fourth season, this landmark race will be the first time World Supercross action takes place on the African continent, reinforcing the championship’s commitment to entertaining motorsport audiences around the world.
In partnership with leading local event promoter Showtime Management – the team behind bringing global entertainment spectacles to the country such as Monster Jam, Disney on Ice, Freestyle Kings and Ultra Music Festival – World Supercross’ fast paced, high octane action will thrill fans at Cape Town’s iconic DHL Stadium, the world-class venue renowned for hosting major international sports and entertainment events.
Cape Town follows London, UK, and Buenos Aires, Argentina, as one of the first announced locations in this year’s racing lineup. It will be another showcase of the world’s best riders as they compete for the 450cc and 250cc world championship titles.
Taking place on a custom-designed track, with its own unique dirt profile, South Africa will host the championship which has seen stars such as current title holder Eli Tomac and supercross legend Ken Roczen grace the dirt around the globe.
Tom Burwell, Chief Executive Officer at World Supercross: “Expanding our racing calendar into Africa is a historic milestone for World Supercross and a reflection of our ambition to bring supercross to fans in every corner of the globe. South Africa has a rich sporting heritage, and we’re excited to put on a show with world-class riders and a fan first experience. Cape Town’s DHL Stadium is a spectacular venue, and we’re excited to showcase our championship in such an iconic location.”
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Tony Feldman, Director at Showtime Management: “Bringing World Supercross to Cape Town is a game-changer for motorsport in South Africa. Our country has a deep passion for sports and regularly hosts world-class entertainment, so this is an ideal addition to our portfolio of major events. DHL Stadium is the perfect setting for the adrenaline fueled racing and we can’t wait to showcase the energy, excitement, and drama of supercross to South African fans.”
World Supercross continues to build momentum heading into the new season, with Cape Town joining a growing roster of global destinations. This latest addition underscores the championship’s ambition to cement itself as the premier international supercross series, bringing world-class racing to fresh audiences across multiple continents.
The full 2025 calendar will be revealed in the coming months, promising a dynamic season packed with intense competition, global spectacle, and unparalleled fan engagement. Stay tuned for further announcements on the 2025 World Supercross Championship season.
The following update is from December 10, 2024
The FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) announces its first-ever Latin American event as well as an inaugural event in London for the 2025 season.
Argentina’s capital city, Buenos Aires, is set to become WSX’s first-ever Latin American stop, at a new state-of-the-art stadium in central Buenos Aires, due to open next year. Following successful events at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium (2022) and Birmingham’s Villa Park (2023), the championship returns to England, but this time the series heads to the London for the first time.
“Expanding WSX to new cities like Buenos Aires and London marks a defining moment for the championship,” said Tom Burwell, Chief Executive Officer at WSX. “The world’s best supercross riders racing in these iconic cities reflects our commitment to growing the sport globally and delivering unforgettable experiences to fans everywhere. Bringing WSX to Latin America, with its vibrant culture and passionate supercross fanbase, has been a goal from the moment we took the reins of the championship earlier this year. London, with its world-class facilities and rich sporting legacy, is another perfect destination for WSX. We can’t wait to witness the incredible energy of fans in both cities and experience the electric atmosphere they’ll bring to the track.”
“It’s exciting to see World Supercross making its way to Argentina and return to the UK,” said Eli Tomac, Rider for CDR Yamaha supported by Star Racing. “Buenos Aires and London are both such vibrant cities, and hosting races there shows the championship’s dedication to bringing supercross to iconic locations around the world. Expanding to places like this is a big move for the sport and sets the stage for even more growth.”
“Heading to Buenos Aires and London for World Supercross is going to be an incredible experience,” said Ken Roczen, Rider for Pipes Motorsport Group. “Latin America’s passion for motorsport is unmatched, and returning to the UK for an event is super exciting. It’s amazing to see the championship’s commitment to bringing supercross to exciting new destinations like this and highlights just how much WSX and our sport are growing. I can’t wait to feel the energy of the fans and be part of it.”
The full 2025 calendar with dates and more locations will be unveiled early next year.CN
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