Get ready, Eastern Cape – the 2025 South African National Motocross Championship is back with Round 3, and it’s going to be the most electrifying event of the season! Hosted at the legendary Rover Motorcycle Club in Victoria Drive, Gqeberha, this adrenaline-pumping showdown kicks off with unofficial practice on Thursday, 2 May, and the main event explodes into action on Friday, 3 May 2025!
Whether you’re a die-hard motocross fan or just looking for an unforgettable day out with the family, this event has something for everyone.
A Track Like No Other
Rover Raceway isn’t just any circuit – it’s South Africa’s only true sand track, demanding skill, speed, and stamina from every rider. With its fast straights, deep berms, and technical rhythm sections, Rover is known to separate the best from the rest. This is where champions are made.
South Africa’s Finest Go Head-to-Head
This round marks the third National of the 2025 series, and you can bet the intensity will be off the charts from Heat 1 at 09:00 sharp. Expect fierce battles across all classes, as the Eastern Cape’s finest talents take on South Africa’s best.
Look out for local legends and National Champions.
National Riders:
Cameron Durow – MX 1 Class and MX 2 Class 2024 Champ
Jayden Proctor – MX 1 Class & MX 2 Class
Trey Cox – MX High School Class 2024 Champ
Riley Geldenhuys – MX 50cc Class 2024 Champ. This year racing in the MX 65cc Class
Brody Bircher – MX 65cc Class 2024 Champ
Trenton Kretzmann – MX 85cc Class 2024 Champ
Local riders:
Wian Scheepers – MX 50cc & MX 65cc Class
Aiden Retief, Seth van der Walt – MX 85cc Class
Kyle Townsend, Keegan Hickson Mahony, Cameron Durow – MX 1 Class
Breece Romans, Daniel Venter, Tristan Durow, Cameron Durow – MX 2 Class
Royce Griffin, Morne Janse Van Rensburg, Craig Kruger, Shawn Carver – MX 3 Class
Caden Weise, Andrew Venter, Tristan Durow – MX High School Class
Cameron Grobler, Ty Potgieter, Matthew Lockhart-Ross, Pieter Van Wyk – MX Support Class
Family Fun & Festival Vibes
It’s more than just racing – it’s an entire festival of fun!
DJ Temo ODV will keep the beats rolling at the Liquid Event After Party from 19:00
Food & refreshments for sale under the entertainment tent
Jumping castle and Soft Toy Play area for the kids
VIP tickets available for the ultimate race day experience
Bring the whole family and make a day of it – this is motocross at its finest, surrounded by great food, music, and non-stop entertainment.
Tickets & Details
R80 per person
Kids under 12 FREE
Tickets available at the gate or online at https://www.quicket.co.za/events/308329-msa-mx-nationals-round-3-rover-mx-port-elizabethgqeberha/?ref=dashboard-qrcode#/
Liquid Event After Party
R200 p/p online & R250 p/p at the door
Kids under 13 FREE
Tickets available at the gate or online at https://www.quicket.co.za/organisers/20273-liquid
For more information:
Email: admin@rovermcc.co.za
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovermcc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovermotorcycleclub/
Published by: Mandy Grobler
Photography by: Wouter Vermaak
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