Westside BMX to light up as the 2024 GWM BMX Racing National Championships comes to Perth

In a year highlighted by Olympic gold medals, World Championship rainbow jerseys, and a complete sweep of the UCI World Cup, Aussie riders will look to finish the year on a high as they battle it out at Westside BMX for the right to wear the green-and-gold national champions jersey in 2025.

Fast facts:

• Total number of clubs: 109
• National Championship categories: 76 plus 7 Sprockets & Mini-Wheelers
• Largest category: 14 Boys (49 riders)
• Most club riders: Wanneroo BMX Raceway Club, WA (78 riders)
• Most veteran rider: Daryl Rapley, Westside BMX Club (76 years, 4 months)
• Youngest rider: Freddie Milne, Macarthur BMX Club (2 years, 3 months)
• Previous National Championships in WA: 2018 (Bunbury), 2009 (Perth), 1999 (Perth), 1991 (Fremantle), 1984 (Byford).

Participants can look forward to an entirely different spectator experience at the 2024 Nationals compared to previous years. Trackside tent sites have been replaced by open grandstands and marquees, allowing free viewing access and crowd connection around the track. 

The schedule has also been amended to improve racing and spectator experience. The National Series has its own place in the fixture on Tuesday, while a practice day on Wednesday gives riders a break before National Championships begins on Thursday. A later start sets the scene for twilight racing on Friday, before the traditional conclusion of Superclass racing on Saturday.

This is also the first National Championship brought to you by GWM, meaning fans can look forward to taking advantage of the GWM Chill Out Zone and other activations, while 2024 Paris gold medallist Saya Sakakibara will also be conducting coaching clinics and available to meet with fans on select days throughout the week.

Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti

Western Australia continues to prove itself as a world-class host of national and international sporting events, with the 2024 GWM BMX Racing National Championships yet another feather in our cap as we become the fastest-growing event destination in the South East Asia region.

This is the first time the BMX Racing National Championships are taking place in WA since 2018, when more than 2,400 competitors and supporters took part in a successful week of cycling.

Mass participation events like these are always great for our state, and these championships are expected to fuel a positive flow-on effect for local tourism and hospitality businesses with a boost to visitor numbers.

City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin

The City of Stirling is proud to host the 2024 GWM BMX Racing National Championships at the Westside BMX Club in Balcatta.

This prestigious event will bring elite athletes from across the nation to our world-class track and highlight our city’s strong commitment to fostering high-level sport. It also provides an opportunity for our community to watch and support athletes at the top of their game.

Marne Fechner, AusCycling CEO

Excitement always builds ahead of the GWM BMX Racing National Championships, and this year is no exception. With an entry list featuring World Champions, World Cup winners, and current and former national champions, the on-track action will be as hot as ever in 2024.

AusCycling has also worked closely with Westside BMX, the City of Stirling, and Tourism WA to deliver an event unlike any other. From a focus on spectator experience at the venue to the easy-reach of iconic tourist attractions across Perth and WA, I have no doubt that participants can look forward to a memorable week at this year’s premier BMX Racing event.

I encourage anyone with an interest in sport to come along to Westside BMX in Balcatta next week for the national championships. It’s an incredible opportunity to witness one of the most exciting sports in Australia, and to see the next wave of Australian and future world champions crowned.