Closter part of Australian first

By Kendall Jennings

In an Australian first, Bacchus Marsh Motorcycle Club hosted the opening round of the 2022 Australian Arenacross series. The Arenacross series incorporated a carnival environment alongside motorcycle racing.

Motorcycle racing has been strongly hit by COVID restrictions, with events cancelled and series shortened. The storms the day before did not hamper preparation or excitement from 370 competitors filling 18 classes from 50cc to 450cc machines of all brands. Around 8000 spectators were lucky enough to pre-book tickets as some patrons were turned away as the event reached the venue cap.

Series promoter Jess Proctor of Protraxx said the series is designed to fill the vital gap between grassroots racing and a professional Supercross championship.

“The response we received from the riders was nothing short of inspiring,” she said.

“The weather certainly threw some challenges at us, but the feedback we’ve had from the riders was that they thoroughly enjoyed the day and the close racing that the track provided. Being our first event, we learnt a lot, and we’re determined that the second stop of the four-round series at Swan Hill will be even better for both the racers and spectators.”

Ms Proctor said Arenacross racing offers both racers and fans an incredible experience.

“The intense on-track action and quality trackside entertainment can be enjoyed by the whole family, as we help shape the next generation of superstars.”

Local athlete 21-year-old Max Closter and former Ninja Warrior semi-finalist piloted his Kawasaki KX450 to tenth place overall after round one.

Mr Closter said after race one, he was hoping to do better after the fifteenth place.

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