As the 2024 Fox Australian Supercross Championship goes from strength to strength, the series will be further boosted with the latest inclusion of Chad Reed, two-time world Supercross Champion, returning to support the series as an ambassador.
The Australian supercross legend will be joined by his family, including 14-year-old son Tate, who will compete in all five championship rounds. The father-son duo will bring their on-track dynamic to life, with Chad coaching Tate, in what he sees as a unique junior racing series found only in Australia.
The Reeds’ involvement reflects the Championship’s progression and the sport’s growing presence in Australia, as well as the broader momentum within the supercross community.
“I’m stoked to be involved again with the Australian Supercross Championship,” said Reed.
“Racing in Australia will always be close to my heart and it’s awesome to see supercross booming here again. Jumping from three to five rounds, sell-out crowds, the strength of the CR22 Cup/85cc class and innovation with partnerships like Supercars for the Adelaide round is pushing the sport to new levels and it’s being noticed.
“The return of the AUSX Open with guys like Jett, Hunter, and Cooper competing is massive. It’s always been a special one for me, I’ve competed several times, won in 2016 and the 2019 event was my last professional race in Australia.
“It’s an exciting time for supercross in Australia, so the family is stoked to be getting around the series this season.”
Tate Reed will continue to build on his own racing career riding in all five rounds of the championship in the 85cc class, after making his supercross debut at Newcastle last year with his famous Dad by his side.
“After riding two rounds in Australia last year, we’ve had a big 2024 motocross season in the US where Tate participated in multiple events and gained more experience,” said Chad Reed.
“The Australian series is unique to anywhere else in the world as they offer young riders in the 85cc & SX3 classes the chance to be part of an elite domestic series, it’s a great opportunity for him.
“These junior riders get to be part of a major event, in huge stadiums with 40,000+ crowds, global television audiences, riding the same tracks as their heroes. It’s hard to replicate that experience for a 14-year-old racing on a track where later a Lawrence or Webb will also ride.
“I’m a big fan of the aspirational moments it can offer along with the pressure and learnings that come with it. The junior talent in Australia is impressive so I know it’s going to be a competitive series for Tate.”
As an ambassador, Reed will also be involved in a once-in-a-lifetime competition for ticket purchasers at the Redcliffe and Wollongong rounds, launching Tuesday 10th September.
In a salute to the famous 22 race number, 22 attendees will have the chance to not only meet the Australian Supercross legend but win the ultimate trackside experience. The lucky winners will have their tickets upgraded, receive signed merchandise, guided track access for the 450 Main-Event as well as the podium to view the post-race trophy presentation alongside Chad Reed.
