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Washougal’s Record Viewership
Per the SMX Public Relations account on Twitter, Washougal delivered the highest audience of the Pro Motocross season bringing in over a million viewers across NBC and Peacock.
Jett’s Crib
Remember MTV Cribs? The show where you would tour celebrities houses or at least the ones they rented that day?
One of the best was with rapper Redman. They toured his two bedroom apartment in New York and Method Man was just sleeping on the couch. Amazing time to be alive…
Well, it’s back. Jett Lawrence recently revived it with a tour of his pad…
Doug Henry + Stark Varg
The legend that is Doug Henry made his debut on the electric Stark Varg at the World Vets Motocross at Farleigh Castle and of course he won the 50+ Class. Congrats, Doug!
Here are some highlights thanks to MotoHead:
Jack Miller Australian Motocross
MotoGP legend Jack Miller raced in a motocross event! That’s right, the star of road racing made a one-off appearance at the Penrite ProMX Championship in Toowoomba and competed in the MX1 (450 Class) finishing just outside the points.
Check out some highlights from MotoOnline.com.au:
WSX New CEO
World Supercross continues to revamp its team after new owners took over and announced a new CEO this week from the world of F1. Here is the press release:
SX Global, the official promoter of the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX), is delighted to confirm the appointment of Tom Burwell to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Andy Edwards will remain with SX Global as a trusted advisor to WSX.
Burwell joins SX Global and the WSX organisation at a critical time, as preparations for the series’ 2024 season continue following its recent calendar announcement, which revealed races in Vancouver, Perth, and Abu Dhabi.
Holding a wealth of experience in the sports space, Burwell joins SX Global from Formula 1, where he served as the Associate Director of Race Promotion before moving to the role of Associate Director of Business Development & Sponsorship.
Before moving into motorsport, Burwell enjoyed an 11-year stint at Ultimate Rugby Sevens – eight of which he served as CEO, and was the Executive Tournament Director of Emirates Dubai 7s.
Given his impressive background, which includes elevating fan experiences, innovating in the global events space, and expanding into new markets – playing an instrumental role in Formula 1’s planned Madrid street race in 2026 – Burwell’s appointment as CEO will only serve to strengthen SX Global’s leadership team.
Tom Burwell, SX Global Chief Executive Officer, said: “I’m delighted to join SX Global as CEO, and I’m grateful to be entrusted with this opportunity. Motorsport is entering what can only be described as a renaissance, and from my time in Formula 1 and sport more broadly, it’s clear that our industry on a whole is booming. The FIM World Supercross Championship has incredible potential as a sporting product and global fan experience platform. With new races in Vancouver and Perth, and a return to Abu Dhabi which coincides with F1’s season finale at the Yas Marina Circuit, WSX’s 2024 season is only the start of a new exciting chapter. I can’t wait to get stuck in.”
“Motorsport is entering a renaissance, and from my time in Formula 1 and sport more broadly, it’s clear that our industry on a whole is booming.” – Tom Burwell, SX Global Chief Executive Officer
Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, SX Global Co-Owner, added: “We are delighted with the addition of Tom to our leadership team, and I’m looking forward to seeing his vision for the FIM World Supercross Championship come to life. He brings the knowledge and expertise we need to accelerate our growth, and his ambition and naturally strategic mindset will play a critical role in turning the desire and demand for global Supercross into a reality worldwide.”
“[Tom’s] ambition and naturally strategic mindset will play a critical role in turning the desire and demand for global Supercross into a reality worldwide.” – Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, SX Global Co-Owner
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