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The Wait is Over: SA Road Race Championship Returns for 2025

Filed Under: News, Road Racing

The SA Road Racing Championship is making a triumphant return in 2025, with the state’s best riders ready to go head-to-head for ultimate bragging rights. After a fiercely contested 2024 season, the upcoming battles will be even more electrifying. With fan-favourite circuits like Shell V-Power Motorsport Park and Mac Park Motorsport Circuit back in the mix, it’s a season not to be missed!

 

2025 SA Road Race Championship Calendar

  • Round 1: Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, presented by the Phoenix Motorcycle Club – February 28 to March 2
  • Round 2: Mac Park Motorsport Circuit, presented by the Mount Gambier Motorcycle Club – April 18 to 20. 
  • Round 3: TBC

 

Rounds 1 and 2 are locked in, and final details for Round 3 are being finalized. Stay tuned for updates as soon as everything is confirmed!

Entries for Round 1, presented by the Phoenix Motorcycle Club, are now open on Ridernet until 11:45 pm on February 16th. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2025 SA Championship grid – get your entry in today!

Images: Pit Lane Studio.

 

 

 

Champions Crowned: The 2024 SA Road Racing Champions Take the Spotlight

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, State Championship

After an exhilarating year of down-to-the-wire racing on South Australia’s favourite tarmac tracks, the 2024 SA Road Race Champions have been crowned.

Charles Holding delivered a standout performance, securing a commanding lead and clinching dual championship honours in both the Superbike and Supersport 600 classes for 2024.

In a sprint to the finish in the final championship round, Ryder Gilbert emerged as the 2024 Supersport 300 Champion. After finishing third in 2023, Ryder battled fiercely throughout the season, edging out Ghage Plowman by just 48 points in a thrilling showdown.

Highlighting the bright future of junior racing, Seth Dellow claimed the 2024 SA Junior Road Race Championship, narrowly defeating his brother by only 5 points in an intense contest.

After finishing fourth in 2023, the dynamic duo of Royce Rowe and Leonard Rowe captured the 2024 Sidecar Championship overall. A season of consistent podium finishes and thrilling battles has set the stage for an even bigger 2025.

Rounding out the 2024 champions, Andrew Pitman claimed victory in the Limited SA Championship. He led a competitive field, finishing ahead of Ryder Gilbert by 55 points, with Rikki Henry securing third place, 78 points off the lead.

Stay tuned for details about the 2024 SA Road Race Championship Award Presentation. In the meantime, check out below the full list of overall results for all 2024 road race classes –

Superbike

Supersport

Supersport 300 

Junior

Sidecar

Limited 

Naked Bike 

Pre-Modern 00

Pre-Modern 08

Pre-Modern 13

Photos thanks to Pit Lane Studio.

Accelerating Futures: 2025 SA Junior Cup Expressions of Interest Now Open

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, SA Junior Cup

Motorcycling South Australia is calling for expressions of interest for the 2025 SA Junior Cup Series!

Since its inception in 2022, the SA Junior Cup series has been dedicated to fostering the next generation of aspiring professional road racers, guiding them toward state and international success. Many previous riders, including Rikki Henry and Archie Schmidt, have advanced from the series to achieve numerous successes in prestigious competitions such as the FIM Mini GP, Oceania Junior Cup, and Asia Talent Cup.

The SA Junior Cup offers up to 14 young riders, aged 11 to 15, a unique opportunity to enhance their skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Open to participants from all MSA disciplines, this series serves as a direct pathway to the National Oceania Junior Cup Academy, helping to cultivate the Champions of tomorrow.

To register your interest, click here, or contact Motorcycling SA for more information at roadrace@motorcyclingsa.org.au or call (08) 8332 9000.

Photos thanks to Pit Lane Studio. 

 

2024 SA Road Race Championship Round 5: The Final Championship Points Fight at Mac Park!

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, State Championship

Last weekend, the SA Road Race Championship took centre stage at Mac Park, where the Mount Gambier MCC proudly hosted the fifth and final round of the 2024 SA Road Race Championships, coinciding with the thrilling 2024 Masters of Mac Park. As road race fans and families made their traditional long weekend trip to Mount Gambier, excitement soared as SA’s fastest riders took to the track for the ultimate Championship showdowns. Before we dive into the weekend’s Championship races, let’s extend a special congratulations to Declan Carberry for taking out the 2024 Master of Mac!

Superbike

After a year of intense Championship battles, the Superbike final came down to a thrilling dash to the finish. Declan Carberry claimed the early win in Race 1, but a crash took him out of Races 2 and 3, leaving Charles Holding and Brad Raethel to contest the top spot. Raethel secured a strong victory in Race 2 before Holding responded with wins in Races 3 and 4, clinching the final Round 5 Superbike victory ahead of Raethel. Rusty Crane held off Andrew Tension-Woods to take third place for the round.

Supersport 600

Charles Holding came out swinging in Round 5, aiming to secure the win after finishing first in both Race 1 and Race 2. However, a DNS in Race 3 opened the door for Ryder Gilbert and Sam Pezzetta to battle for the top spot. Gilbert’s consistent 3-2-1-2 scorecard narrowly secured him the round win, edging out Pezzetta’s 2-3-2-3 finishes. Despite the setback, Holding clinched third overall with a brilliant victory in the final race, capping off a strong weekend.

Production 300

In a fitting conclusion to his near-perfect championship season, Ryder Gilbert dominated Round 5 of the Production 300 Championship with a clean sweep of first-place finishes. The victory didn’t come without a challenge, as Sam Pezzetta stayed right on his heels, securing second overall and nearly breaking Gilbert’s winning streak in Race 2, finishing just 0.404 seconds behind. Rounding out the Round 5 Production 300 podium, Flynn Jacobs held off strong challenges from Lucas Warren and Darren Trotter to secure third place.

Junior

Seth Dellow was on track for a clean sweep of first-place finishes in Round 5 of the Junior Championship before a fourth-place result in Race 4 ended his streak. Nevertheless, his dominant earlier performances were enough to comfortably secure the overall round victory. His brother, Ethan Dellow, claimed second place with a consistent run of second-place finishes in all races, while Xayvion Amoy rounded out the podium in third.

Sidecar

Championship third-place holders Max and Sam Hutchesson had an outstanding weekend, claiming victory in all three SA Sidecar Championship races, along with a win in the 2024 Sidecar Master of Mac Park feature race. Royce and Leonard Rowe finished a close second for the round, pushing the Hutchessons to the limit with thrilling finishes in Races 1 and 2, trailing by just 0.455 and 0.555 seconds, respectively. Michael Alton and David Rumble completed the podium in third place, following strong performances and consistent challenges within the top three.

Limited

Andrew Pitman delivered strong performances in the first two races, appearing poised to end the year with a perfect round. However, Joshua Mathers snatched the victory in Race 3. Undeterred, Pitman returned to narrowly edge out Mathers for the win in the final race, securing the overall class round victory and leaving Mathers in second place, with Ryder Gilbert finishing third to close out the year.

Catch up on a full breakdown of race results – HERE.

Reflecting on the excitement of the 2024 SA Road Race Championship, we have witnessed incredible talent and fierce competition throughout the season. From record-breaking lap times to nail-biting finishes, this year has truly showcased the best of road racing in South Australia. Congratulations to all competitors, and we look forward to seeing how each rider evolves in the off-season. Here’s to a well-deserved break and an even more thrilling 2025!

Superbike battle for the front between Charles Holding #8, Declan Carberry #220 & Brad Raethel #63. Image by Ralph Meznar. 
Sam Pezzetta charging hard all weekend. Image by Ralph Meznar. 
Xayvion Amoy pushing hard for those final Championship points to wrap up 2024. Image by Ralph Meznar. 
Andrew Pitman sending 2024 off with a bang in the Limited Championship. Image by Ralph Meznar. 
Max and Sam Hutchesson putting on a flawless Mac Park show. Image by Ralph Meznar.
The constant, intense weekend battle for the sidecar lead. Image by Ralph Meznar.

 

Event Preview – 2024 SA Road Race Championship Round 5: The Final Race for the Crown!

Filed Under: News, Road Racing, State Championship

Gear up for high-speed action as the fifth and final round of the 2024 SA Road Race Championship hits Mac Park from October 4th to 6th, hosted by the Mount Gambier MCC. The weekend promises to deliver excitement for fans young and old as South Australia’s fastest junior and senior road racers take to the track over two action-packed days of competition. With the fan-favourite Master of Mac Park and the SA Sidecar Championship adding to the excitement, there’s no better place to be on your October long weekend than trackside at Mac Park.
Entry List

Following an exceptional performance at Round 5 in Phillip Island, Charles Holding is set to make a significant impact as he competes in both the Superbike and Supersport classes at Mac Park, where he currently holds the dual Championship lead for 2024. With a remarkable streak of victories this season, the pressure is on Holding to maintain his momentum. Will he be able to clinch another victory at Mac Park, or will fierce rivals like Sam Pezzetta, Brad Raethel, Aaron Rigby, and the returning Declan Carberry present a formidable challenge and potentially disrupt his championship aspirations in this crucial final round?

Charles Holding – Image by Pit Lane Studio.

 

In the thrilling battle for the 2024 Supersport 300 Championship, the spotlight is firmly on Ryder Gilbert and Ghage Plowman, who are separated by a mere three points. Gilbert, coming off a strong third-place finish last year, is determined to secure the championship win this season. However, he faces a stacked field of competitors, including Lucas Warren, Darren Trotter, and Flynn Jacobs, all eager to thwart his plans.

Ryder Gilbert – Image by Pit Lane Studio.

The 150cc production class is set for an intense showdown as brothers Ethan and Seth Dellow face off for one last time. With Xayvion Amoy and Ghage Plowman entering the mix, this is one race you won’t want to miss a second of!

Seth Dellow – Image by Pit Lane Studio.

As the track is set for the showdown of the Sidecar Championship, 28 elite teams from South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland are ready to deliver a weekend of exhilarating action and nail-biting finishes. With high stakes and a stacked field of riders accross the Limited and Pre-Modern Championships, this last Mac Park face-off is wide open for the taking. 

 

Where:

Providing the perfect backdrop to all the final Championship action, the Mac Park Motorsport Circuit is a favourite among riders and road racing fans. Located just 15 minutes from Mount Gambier, it offers fans a great selection of accommodations for the long weekend of racing.

Plan out your trip – HERE.

 

Spectator Info:

Practice gets underway on Friday, setting the stage for two action-packed days of racing. The Mac Park Canteen will be on hand to keep riders, fans, and teams fueled with a variety of hot food and cold drinks.

If you’re still looking for accommodation this weekend, no need to worry! Comfort Inn The Lakes, a long-time supporter of Mt Gambier MCC, offers top-quality indoor accommodations conveniently located just minutes from the town centre.

 

Live Timing:

For real-time updates of results, be sure to visit Computime and catch all the live-timing action.

 

Socials:

Don’t miss any action—stay connected by following Mount Gambier MCC accross Facebook and Instagram.

Rising Stars and Top Finishes: South Australian Highlights from the ASBK Championship Round 5 Phillip Island Outing

Filed Under: ASBK, News, Road Racing

As the championship reached its boiling point and the points battles intensified, Phillip Island became a hub of roaring engines and fierce competition on the 7th and 8th of September for Round 5 of the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul. With class titles hanging in the balance, SA’s racers were right in the thick of the action, pushing the limits in a weekend of relentless racing!

Our riders certainly put on a show, delivering electrifying performances with top-10 finishes, hard-fought podiums, and personal bests throughout the adrenaline-charged weekend. Their grit and determination were undeniable, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments. With two days packed with thrilling moments, let’s dive into just some of the performances that had us on the edge of our seats.

AMA Warehouse Superbike

Arthur Sissis looked set for a strong weekend after securing 7th in Qualifying 1 and improving to 4th in Qualifying 2. He delivered a consistent, hard-charging performance in Race 1, landing a podium finish in 3rd after a thrilling late race pass on NSW’s Cru Halliday. Unfortunately, Race 2 came to a premature end when Sissis was caught out on the tricky Turn 4 during the opening lap, ending his weekend early.

Marking his 100th ASBK start on the weekend’s grid, Ty Lynch got off to a strong start in Race 1, climbing five positions before losing two spots in the mid-pack shuffle. Unfortunately, his race took a downturn with a crash that ended his efforts early. In Race 2, Lynch bounced back with a fierce charge, moving into 3rd by the first lap. But Turn 4 proved tricky once again, as another crash derailed his chances. Despite his grit and determination, Lynch’s weekend came to a close when he had to return to the pits, capping off a tough round.

Ty Lynch Pushing the limits and putting the pressure on the Superbike competition – Image by Pit Lane Studio.

Michelin Supersport 600

Olly Simpson continued his relentless pursuit of a 2024 ASBK overall podium finish with a stellar performance in Round 5. After qualifying 3rd, just 0.243 seconds off pole, he turned up the heat in the second Supersport qualifying session, taking his first-ever P1 and setting a new qualifying record, beating the previous benchmark by 0.071 seconds. In Race 1, Simpson secured a solid 3rd place, but it was in Race 2 where he truly turned up the heat. Battling tricky conditions and intense pressure from NSW’s Jake Farnsworth, Simpson clinched victory in a breathtaking photo finish by just 0.016 seconds. This win earned him the overall victory in the Supersport 600 class for Round 5 and kept him second in the 2024 Supersport championship standings, now only 20 points behind the leader.

Olly Simpson looking good with the big Number 1 – Image thanks to Ollysimpson45.

Race & Road Supersport 300

South Australian riders were heavily involved in the Supersport 300 top 10 battles throughout the weekend. Ryder Gilbert led the charge, finishing 8th in Race 1, marking his personal best round, with Jordan Simpson closely behind and Tara Morrison rounding out the top 10 to kick off her weekend.

In Race 2, as the competition intensified, Jordan Simpson and Ryder Gilbert maintained their positions in the top 6, with just 0.488 seconds separating them from the competition.

The weekend’s final Race 3 saw Jordan Simpson round out a brilliant performance, holding off rivals to secure 2nd place, just 0.295 seconds behind NSW’s Will Nassif. This ensured the Simpson family had a podium-filled weekend. Ryder Gilbert capped off his personal best weekend with a 10th-place finish in Race 3, placing him 7th overall for the round. ‘Tornado’ Tara Morrison concluded Round 5 at Phillip Island in 9th overall, following a 14th-place finish in Race 2 and an impressive 6th place in Race 3, bringing her ever closer to taking out another ASBK podium finish.

Ryder Gilbert #72: Bringing the speed and intensity to every ASBK outing! – Image by Pit Lane Studio.
Returning with style and speed—Tara Morrison in action, Image by Tayco Creative.

To review all the results from our South Australians at the 2024 ASBK Phillip Island Round 5 – Click HERE.

As South Australia’s riders continue their 2024 ASBK journey, they frequently share updates and behind-the-scenes stories on their social media. Be sure to check out their profiles and follow along for all the action!

Unitech Racing Team –https://www.facebook.com/ArthurSissis61RacingTeam

Arthur Sissis – https://www.facebook.com/arthursissis61

Michael Kemp – https://www.facebook.com/michaelkempracing

Ty Lynch – https://www.facebook.com/TyraLynchRacing

Olly Simpson – https://www.facebook.com/ollysimpsonracing

Cooper Rowntree – https://www.facebook.com/CooperRowntree57

Cameron Rende – https://www.instagram.com/cameronrende80/

Ryder Gilbert – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089634796268

Tara Morrison – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087208255688 

Hudson Air – https://www.instagram.com/hudsonair71/

Georgia Stephens – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082959693425

As the 2024 ASBK Championship approaches its final rounds, our SA Team is ready to deliver a memorable end to the season with some impressive results. The next exciting challenge awaits at One Raceway in NSW from October 4th to 6th, and our riders are gearing up for it.

Follow all the ASBK action on the below links –

WEBSITE;             https://www.asbk.com.au/

SOCIALS;              https://www.facebook.com/asbksuperbikes

RESULTS;             https://www.computime.com.au/Default