A selection of the world’s best freestyle motocross riders will attend the inaugural Australian FMX Grand Prix (AFMXGP) event set to take place in Melbourne’s Albert Park.

The AFMXGP event will take place alongside the opening round of the world’s leading four wheel racing category, the Formula One World Championship.

The AFMXGP consists of three completely separate disciplines; FMX, Speed and Style and Best Whip. Riders are not limited to a single division, and have the ability to compete in all three events if desired.

Travelling from Carson City in the United States, leading the international contingent will be four-time X Games gold medallist and a renowned FMX rider Mike Mason.

“I’ve always loved coming to Australia,” said Mason. “When the opportunity came up to compete at this first ever event in Melbourne, there was no way I was going to miss it. To be competing alongside the Formula One Australian Grand Prix is a massive opportunity for the sport – so definitely have to thank everyone involved.”

New Zealand’s Levi Sherwood adds to the international firepower, Sherwood is no stranger to the winner’s circle, and will look to continue that form in the FMX division come March. Libor Podmol (Czech Republic), Kyle Demelo (Canada) and James Carter (USA) complete the international line-up.

For the domestic talent, Jackson Strong spearheads the Australian charge fresh off a duel event victory at the 2015 AUS-X Open. Strong is renowned for performing insanely difficult tricks, and is set to bring that same intensity to the FMX competition.

31-year-old Cam Sinclair returns to the competition scene following a brief hiatus, with the Melbourne local prepared to showcase his world-class talent during the Speed & Style event.

Defending X Games Best Whip gold medallist Jarryd McNeil headlines the Best Whip contest, whilst delving into the Speed and Style contest also. Rob Adelberg (FMX), Cheyne Boyd (Best Whip) and Ryan Brown (FMX) complete the comprehensive Australian line-up.

The AFMXGP is free to all patrons of the Formula One event, tickets are available for purchase via www.grandprix.com.au.