Nora Pro Championship drops Dutch dates
By Team TMX on 21st Dec 23
Nora Pro Championship series media manager James Burfield has stated that the team behind the NPC will stay in the UK for 2024 with the proposed European rounds put on hold until 2025.
“We have received much feedback from people worried about the rising costs in 2024 and how it will affect them and their racing,” said a press release penned by Burfield. “Living expenses and uncertainty in the motocross industry have increased and further caused caution. We don't want to put extra pressure on motocross families; we're trying to do the opposite. With this in mind, and after much deliberation, we will delay our European involvement until 2025 when inflation, living costs and, more importantly, our riders are excited rather than concerned about European expenses.
“Although we are disappointed to put this on hold for 12 months after having two outstanding tracks in the Netherlands, it does mean we will double down on our commitment to bring you the best and most challenging tracks in the UK that you can only ride in the NPC. It is a fascinating time for British Motocross, with some absolute gems being found that will help challenge UK motocross riders to race tracks similar in style and toughness to those at a GP race.
“Although a wheel has yet to turn in this championship, we have shown we are willing to listen and change accordingly to ensure we do what is suitable for British motocross. The championship was launched to help push and elevate British motocross, and since September, when we announced our decision to run, every other organisation and series has stepped up. We are committed to ensuring the foundations are there for the next British World Champion since Jamie Dobb in 2001.
“Whether you are a rider at the front looking to gain valuable race craft to take into EMX races next year or looking to improve by riding the best and most challenging tracks in the UK, this series is for you. We'll also provide a spotlight for you to shine in front of brands, teams and companies around the World.
Our calendar of tracks is starting to take shape, with Oakhanger and Oxford Moto Parc being two of the six already named. We are committed to ensuring every track offers excellent value for our riders and the NPC so we can keep registration and race fees at a minimum whilst providing nearly £100,000 in prize money. The tracks we choose will also offer some of the best racing for spectators at our events and live on the TV. We have tweaked the times and format of the event to provide the optimum environment for great action-packed racing. 40 riders in MX1 and MX2 classes will give everything to provide an exhilarating 20-minute performance.
“In year two, we aim to bring a mainstream TV partner to televise the Championship alongside the live stream to increase the exposure to sponsors entering our series further.”
