GLOBAL SUPERCROSS STARS JOIN KIWI HEROES FOR FIRST LOOK AT AUCKLAND TRACK AHEAD OF AUSX SHOWDOWN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | (October 30, 2026)
International Supercross superstars joined New Zealand and Australia’s leading riders at North Harbour Stadium today (Friday 30 October), for the official media call and first look at the track ahead of this weekend’s Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship Auckland round.
The media opportunity provided a first look at the purpose-built Supercross track as North Harbour Stadium prepares to host some of the world’s best riders for a spectacular night of racing tomorrow, Saturday 31 October, with a crowd of up to 20,000 fans expected to attend. Limited tickets are still available at www.ausxsupercross.com.au
Headlining today’s media activities was reigning 2026 AMA 450 Supercross Champion Ken Roczen (Germany), alongside fellow international stars Christian Craig (USA), the current AUSX SX1 Championship leader, Max Anstie (Great Britain), Cedric Soubeyras (France).
New Zealand’s own Cole Davies, the reigning 2026 AMA 250SX East Champion, was joined by fellow Kiwi Brodie Connolly, who leads the SX2 Championship in Auckland after claiming victory at the Townsville season opener earlier this month. Both riders will look to impress their home crowd at North Harbour Stadium tomorrow.
They were joined by leading Australian riders including reigning Australian ProMX MX1 Champion Jed Beaton, former Australian Supercross Champion Luke Clout, Aaron Tanti and Matt Moss, among others.
Today’s media call provided opportunities to capture riders on track, interviews and behind-the-scenes vision as the stadium prepares for the second round of the 2026 championship.
RIDERS IN ATTENDANCE
International and New Zealand riders:
- Ken Roczen (Germany) – Suzuki
- Cole Davies (New Zealand) – Monster Energy WBR Yamaha
- Christian Craig (USA) – Quad Lock Honda
- Austin Politelli (USA) – Quad Lock Honda
- Brodie Connolly (New Zealand) – Quad Lock Honda
- Lux Turner (USA) – Monster Energy WBR Yamaha
- Max Anstie (Great Britain) – Team MXRP Yamaha
- Cedric Soubeyras (France) – Penrite Racing Empire Kawasaki
- Vince Friese (USA) – Stark Factory Racing
- Noah Ferguson (Australia) – Monster Energy WBR Yamaha
Australian riders:
- Jed Beaton – Monster Energy CDR Yamaha
- Aaron Tanti – Monster Energy CDR Yamaha
- Ryder Kingsford – Honda Racing Australia
- Reid Taylor – JPM Kawasaki
- Matt Moss – Joe Rascal Racing
- Dylan Wills – Joe Rascal Racing
- Luke Clout – KTM Racing Team
- Hayden Mellross – Wood Motorsport
EVENT DETAILS
Event: Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship – Auckland
Date: Saturday 31 October 2026
Venue: North Harbour Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
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CALENDAR DETAILS
Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship presented by Monster Energy
1. Townsville, QLD — Queensland Country Bank Stadium, 3 October
2. Auckland, NZ — North Harbour Stadium, 31 October
3. Geelong, VIC — GMHBA Stadium, 7 November
4. Perth, WA — HBF Park- 14 November
5. Newcastle NSW — (Grand Final), McDonald Jones Stadium, 28 November
Tickets are on sale now via www.Ticketmaster.com.au
ABOUT THE BOOST MOBILE AUSX SUPERCROSS
The Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship presented by Monster Energy is Australia’s premier stadium Supercross series, bringing together leading Australian and international riders for high-intensity racing and live entertainment.
The 2026 season will visit five major stadiums across Australia and New Zealand, beginning in Townsville before travelling to Auckland, Geelong, Perth and Newcastle.
AUSX combines world-class Supercross competition with an entertainment-led stadium experience featuring international and Australian racing talent, Freestyle Motocross, music and fan experiences, connecting the sport with audiences both trackside and through its broadcast and digital platforms.
