AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPION KEN ROCZEN TO HEADLINE 2026 AUSX OPEN IN GEELONG
Australia’s premier Supercross event arrives in Geelong for the first time, with support from Visit Victoria and Geelong Major Events
The 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Champion, Ken Roczen has been confirmed to headline the 2026 Boost Mobile AUSX Open Geelong, presented by Monster Energy, at GMHBA Stadium, this November 7.
Roczen’s championship victory, secured in Salt Lake City, Utah in May, at the conclusion of the 17-round AMA championship completed one of the most celebrated comeback stories in modern motorsport. After suffering a devastating arm injury in 2017 that many believed would end his career, he endured years of surgeries, setbacks and rehabilitation before returning to the top of the sport.
His appearance at AUSX Open Geelong gives Australian fans the rare opportunity to see the current AMA Supercross Champion compete on Australian soil at the peak of his career.
“Winning the AMA Supercross Championship this year was one of the proudest moments of my career. It’s been a long journey to get back to the top and something I never take for granted.
Australia has always had passionate Supercross fans and I’m excited to bring that momentum to the AUSX Open. It’s going to be massive! I can’t wait to see all the aussie fans.” — Ken Roczen – 2026 AMA Supercross 450SX Champion
The Boost Mobile AUSX Open Supercross returns to Victoria, recognised as one of the world’s most prestigious international supercross events; however for 2026, will make its debut inside one of Australia’s most iconic venues in GMHBA Stadium, the home of the Geelong Cats AFL team.
The move to Geelong and GMHBA Stadium is set to unlock the full scale of the AUSX Open. The significant increase in floor space promising the largest and most dynamic track in the event’s 11-year history, and an unrivalled fan experience thanks to an open pit paddock and expanded Monster Energy Fan Fest.
AUSX CEO Adam Bailey said securing Roczen and bringing the AUSX Open to Geelong represented a massive milestone for both the event and Supercross.
“Ken Roczen is an absolute icon of Supercross globally and his championship win this year, will be remembered as one of the most emotional in our sport’s history. He isn’t just a world-class rider — he’s one of the biggest names our sport has produced. To have him confirmed for this year’s Boost Mobile AUSX Open, is such an honour and incredible opportunity for the aussie fans.” Bailey said.
“With the support of Visit Victoria and Geelong Major Events, we’re striving to elevate the Boost Mobile AUSX Open as one of the most prestigious Supercross events in the world, whilst showcasing Geelong to fans across Australia and globally.”
Minister for Tourism, Natalie Suleyman said the AUSX Open will be a supercross spectacular – and there’s no better venue to host it than GMHBA Stadium.
“We’re proud to support events like this through our Regional Events Fund, because it will fill Geelong’s hotels, cafes and small businesses with visitors – providing a huge economic boost to the region.”
City of Greater Geelong Deputy Mayor Councillor Eddy Kontelj said,“This is an exciting moment for Geelong: having the AUSX Open and a global superstar like Ken Roczen at GMHBA Stadium will be an unforgettable experience.”
“Events like this highlight Geelong as a premier destination for major sport, entertainment and live experiences, attracting visitors from all over Australia and overseas”
With more international riders and news to follow, the Boost Mobile AUSX Open is expected to deliver world-class racing, unprecedented rider access, premium hospitality experiences, fan activations and the largest AUSX Open track ever, built when Supercross arrives at GMHBA Stadium this November.
