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The longest running amateur motocross event in the country returns April 3-6. Hosted at Mesquite MX, just outside Las Vegas, Nevada, the World Mini Grand Prix is arguably the most unique amateur event in the world. Why? From a different racing format (typically only featured in Europe) to unprecedented track time, World Mini features it all.
Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be breaking down some key points for the 2025 event. Starting with the racing format.
If you don’t follow the FIM World Motocross Championship (MXGP) you may not be familiar with the racing format and how it differs from the standard structure we see in professional and amateur racing here in the grand ole USA.
World Mini Racing Format Breakdown
Practice
Ok, ok, yes you get to practice at pretty much any event you attend in the US. That part of the format is NOT unique, as World Mini will feature one 15-minute untimed practice session per class. To make practice work we combine some classes, and it is tough to do timed qualifying with mixed groups.
Qualifying Races
This is where World Mini is different. Instead of practicing and going straight into your motos, you instead will compete in a 5 lap (each class) qualifying race. Gate pick for qualifying races are random.
Your result in the qualifying race will be your gate pick for both motos. So, don’t mail it in! It is important to keep in mind that classes featuring more than 40 riders will run divisions for advancement to the Championship race.
Two Moto Format
Tired of sitting in your camper waiting to race 4 laps? Then World Mini is the perfect race for you. Just like Loretta’s, you know down to the minute when your class will take off. In fact, it’s the same exact schedule as last year. You can already plan your whole week. Punctuality is the foundation of the RMX / Mesquite Moto track crew.
Following practice and your qualifying race, World Mini features two 15-minute motos with an average of 7-8 laps per moto. From practice to racing, you’ll get on average, 26 laps PER CLASS, so you best bring plenty of fuel.
All of this for an industry best pricing of $80 per class. Do the math… your cost per lap average is significantly less than any Major event in the country.
If you’re going to a race to actually race, the World Mini Grand Prix is for you. Pre-reg is now open, so go sign up.
2025 Race Schedule
Below is the race schedule for World Mini. The schedule is tentative and subject to change.
World Mini would not be possible without the support of Michelin, MotoSport, Pit Viper, Maxima, Yamaha, MX Sponsor and FLY Racing.
