Spectators can expect to see some excellent racing at New South Wales’ premier circuit as the Australian Formula Xtreme Championship (AFXC) rolls into Eastern Creek over the weekend of 3-4 July.

Kevin Curtain has shown a clean pair of heels to his opposition in the opening two rounds despite some determined opposition. Round two at Winton provided excellent racing and the chasing pack pushed the King of Xtreme to his limits.

Honda pilots Grant Hay and Glenn Cullen carved up Curtain all around the tight Winton layout and the elder statesman had to reach deep into this bag of tricks to stave off countless challenges from those eager to steal his crown.

Ducati-mounted Craig McMartin, the 2009 FX1000 Champion, returns to the AFXC for the first time this year and is keen to show his 2009 championship win was no fluke. The very fast 1198 Ducati rider and current number one plate holder McMartin, along with his team mate Beau Beaton, will certainly shake up the front of the FX1000 grid at Eastern Creek Raceway on the weekend of 3-4 July.

As seen at Wakefield and Winton, Saturday and Sunday are rounds of separate championships with racing happening from approximately 10:30am to 4:30pm each day.

The premier Australian Formula Xtreme Championship events run on Sunday, 4 July, while Saturday the 3rd plays host to the separate and just as fiercely fought for FX Nationals Championship.

Spectators can choose to go for one day of 15 races or double up the excitement with another 15 races on Sunday.

Each class, including the premier FX1000 class, is scheduled for three races per day and long-standing Formula Xtreme sponsor Motul Oils has taken up the third round naming rights sponsorship at Eastern Creek Raceway.

We invite you to read the spectator information below and look forward to seeing you at Eastern Creek on 3-4 July.

WHEN:
Saturday 3 July–Sunday 4 July 2010

WHERE:
Eastern Creek Raceway, NSW

ENTRY:
Via Gate Seven at Brabham Drive, Eastern Creek

SPECTATOR POINTS:
A large covered grandstand is located on the start-finish line which provides individuals with the opportunity to watch the exciting starts and finishes while also protecting individuals from the sun or weather. The top six rows of seat provide excellent vision of 80 percent of the circuit.

WEBSITE:
http://www.eastern-creek-raceway.com

TICKETING:
Tickets for the 2010 Australian Formula Xtreme Championship Series are available at the gate.

The costs at the gate and through the website are as follows:
Saturday Adult $20
Sunday Adult $30
Two Day Pass Sat / Sunday Adult $30
Pensioner $20 (Two Pay Pass)
Children (1-12) Free
Children (13 -16) $10
Program $5 (available at the Gate or at the bottom of the Control Tower)

The AFXC Series has an open pit policy in which individuals can access the pits at any time free of charge. This ensures fans get to view all the action on track and also the hard work and preparation which occurs in the pits.

RACE PROGRAM:
Saturday 3 July 2010 – Saturday is the third round of FX Nationals series there is a full day of racing from approximately 10:30am

Sunday 4 July 2010 – Sunday is the third round of the AFXC series with 15 races taking place from 10:30am to approximately 4:30pm

DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS:
Eastern Creek Raceway is a 40 minute drive from the centre of Sydney and Kingsford Smith Airport. Individuals travelling from the city are advised to take Reservoir road exit on the M4 onto the Great Western Highway, and then turn left onto Brabham Drive.

Alternatively, race fans travelling west of Blacktown can take the Wallgrove Road exit on the M4. After travelling along Wallgrove Road turn right onto the Great Western Highway followed by a right turn into Brabham Drive.

Parking at Eastern Creek is available around the circuit at no charge and you can tune into the on track radio station to hear all the live commentary through your cars radio.

CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA:
There is a Jungle Gym play area located just near the top end of the Grand stand on the front straight. Access to the grand stand is through a tunnel located next to the first garage which is between the garage and the control tower.

FREE GRANDSTAND ACCESS ON FRONT STRAIGHT:
As with the there being free access to the Pit area at the ASC the same goes for the 4000 seat Grand Stand on the front straight. This is one of the best places to see over 90% of the circuit and provides an excellent place to relax and watch all the racing action out of the weather.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Merchandise and trade displays will also be at the event.

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS (after two of five rounds):
FX1000
1. Kevin Curtain 150 (Yamaha)
2. Glenn Cullen 116 (Honda)
3. Grant Hay 114 (Honda)
4. Dustin Goldsmith 113 (Yamaha)
5. Jamie Aitken 83 (Kawasaki)

FX600
1. Kevin Curtain 150 (Yamaha)
2. Rick Olson 132 (Yamaha)
3. Jesse Austin 108 (Yamaha)
4. Daniel Falzon 104 (Honda)
5. Adrian Nestorovic 88 (Kawasaki)

PREVIOUS REPORTS:
Round 1: Curtain and Yamaha sweep Formula Xtreme opener at Wakefield
Round 2: Curtain remains perfect in Winton Formula Xtreme

Please note that details within this page consist of an advertisement for the third round of the 2010 Australian Formula Xtreme Championship at Eastern Creek Raceway on 3-4 July on behalf of Australian Road & Track Rider Promotions Pty Ltd.