SuperCross leaves Parramatta crowds screaming for more!

On Saturday 8th November the dazzling performance by The Super X Australasian SuperCross Championship riders at Parramatta Stadium proved the fight to keep this inaugural event at Parramatta was worth it.
Our beloved local footy stadium was transformed from the pristine green turf of a football pitch, to an electrifying dirt track for an historic night of SuperCross.   Bringing the crowd of over 15,000 to their feet, with the international debut of the “survival” format bringing the crowd of over 15,000 to their feet, at the first night race of the Super X championship.

World Champion Chad Reed, pictured, once again found himself on top of the podium, but had to fight for it against current Australian SuperCross champion Daniel Reardon who finished second

“I had a lot of fun out there tonight. The track was really tight so each start was really important to make sure I didn’t get stuck back in the pack. I felt good out there though and it is so good to see such an awesome crowd that got right behind the racing,” said World Champion Reed summing up his thoughts on the first Parramatta Stadium-held event

The Australasian Freestyle Motocross Championship also kept the crowd entertained with young Kiwi sensation, Levi Sherwood, once again impressing the judges with his unique combinations to take the win.

The Chamber’s Executive Officer, Paula Roden, who attended the event, said that it was a great family event full of exciting atmosphere. The Super X Australasian SuperCross Championship is a fabulous event for Parramatta and The Chamber look forward to it becoming a must attend annual event.

Early indications are that the event was also a big win for business in Parramatta with favourable trading reports coming from the city’s hotel, restaurants, pubs and tourist attractions. With the hosting of such economically-viable events becoming increasingly subject to competition among potential host cities, the successful launch of Parramatta Stadium as a venue for The Super X Australasian SuperCross Championship represents a favourable long-term opportunity for our city.