The World Moto Clash race series announces an important schedule change: The inaugural World Moto Clash will now take place at Mid-Ohio, September 18–20, 2026. The Utah Motorsports Campus event is bumped to summer of 2027.
Here is the statement from the race organizers:
The first race of the series, originally scheduled for July 10–12 at Utah Motorsports Campus, has been moved to Summer 2027. Organizers reached a unanimous decision during a Board of Directors meeting earlier this week, with WMC CEO Stanford W. Crane, Jr. stating, “When we entered into the agreement with UMC, we were not aware of date conflicts with other race series. After subsequent conversations with riders, teams and well-respected motorcycle racing professionals, it became apparent that the best possible starting grid would not be achievable with a July 10–12 race date. So, we made the schedule change. We want every qualified racer to have a shot at competing for the $1,000,000 first-place cash prize, and we want everyone attending to have a memorable fan experience.”
Ticket sales for Mid-Ohio start next week, Monday, May 4, 2026 at https://worldmotoclash.com/tickets
Racers interested in competing at Mid-Ohio, September 18–20, can register at https://worldmotoclash.com/call-for-racers
World Moto Clash is a first-of-its-kind motorcycle road racing series that features a first-place prize of $1,000,000 per race, with an additional $1,860,000 to the remainder of the field. WMC’s innovative format allows racers to compete on any type of motorcycle—from any manufacturer or even one built from scratch—with no mandated technical specifications.
The inaugural World Moto Clash is set for July 10-12, 2026, at the Utah Motorsports Campus with a record-setting $2,860,000 purse.
This is a press release from World Moto Clash…
Grantsville, UT (January 26, 2026) – A new era of global two-wheel competition is set to begin. World Moto Clash, an unprecedented fusion of international motorcycle racing, immersive fan experiences, and next-generation motorsport entertainment, will launch its inaugural event for the 2026 season at Utah Motorsports Campus in July 2026.
With the goal of redefining what a premier motorcycle event can be, World Moto Clash unites elite riders from around the world into one explosive weekend featuring the richest prize money in the history of motorcycling — $2,860,000, with $1,000,000 awarded to the winner. Equipment rules have been radically opened, empowering teams to build innovative machines that push the limits of engineering and rider skill. The result is a festival-style motorsport spectacle blending speed, culture, technology, and unprecedented fan interactivity.
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A New Flagship Event for American Motorsport
World Moto Clash will leverage Utah Motorsports Campus’ world-class facilities and its Outer Loop 3.04-mile, 15-turn road course to deliver an immersive, high-intensity experience for fans and competitors alike. The 2026 launch weekend will feature:
- International Grand Prix and Superbike-style racing with top riders and teams
- 48 riders battling for their share of the record-setting $2,860,000 purse
- The Clash Arena with stunts, drift-bike, and street-style exhibitions
- A national custom-bike showcase with builders from across the country competing for $50,000 in prize money
- Innovative paddocks where fans engage directly with builders, engineers, and manufacturers
- Festival grounds featuring live music, regional food, kids’ fun zones, and interactive fan sports
- Major manufacturer presence, including demo rides, prototype reveals, and gear expos
“These aren’t just races—they’re collisions of disciplines, technologies, and personalities,” said Stanford W. Crane, Jr., CEO of World Moto Clash. “Launching at Burt Brothers Motorpark, title sponsor for Utah Motorsports Campus gives us the perfect stage—a world-class road course set against a dramatic landscape, built for speed and fan energy. It’s the ideal home to debut an event that pushes boundaries.”
A statement from Burt Brothers Motorpark, title sponsor for Utah Motorsports Campus, added: “We’re proud to welcome the inaugural World Moto Clash event. This event brings an entirely new level of innovation and global competition to our facility. Fans from around the world will experience racing and entertainment on a scale that matches the venue — and it’s a milestone moment for motorsport in the United States.”
Uniting the Global Moto Community
World Moto Clash aims to create a truly international platform, attracting riders from Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and the United States for a one-weekend competition unlike anything in modern motorsport. The “Run-What-You-Brung” competitive philosophy allows machines and builders to push engineering boundaries that are rarely permitted in traditional series.
Colin Edwards, 2-time World Superbike Champion and Team Principal for the newly formed Texas Tornadoes, said, “WMC will turn the sport on its head.” Miguel Duhamel, 5-time Daytona 200 winner, and Team Principal for the Vegas Venom Super Team added, “This is the greatest thing ever. We can all agree on that.”
Tickets & Fan Packages
Tickets for the July 2026 launch event will go on sale in early 2026, with a limited number of VIP fan-experience packages available. VIP fan experience packages will include pit lane access, rider meet-and-greets, enhanced food and beverage packages, and premier viewing zones.
Fans can join the early access list at https://worldmotoclash.com to receive updates, ticket alerts, and exclusive promotional offers.
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