The 2025 FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) reaches a symbolic halfway point with perhaps its most compelling round yet: the Australian GP at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast, where a host of high-profile wildcard entries will share the track with established stars. Among them are Eli Tomac, Cooper Webb, Haiden Deegan, and Ken Roczen. A line-up that promises to deliver a highly competitive and entertaining spectacle for fans.
All of those riders were present for “press day,” held in the hot Australian climate — a chance for media and fans to catch them reflecting on their season so far, their goals, and what’s next. During the interviews (conducted by media including Vital MX), a variety of topics came up: Deegan discussed the possibility of racing in 250SX West, Webb addressed his frustrations about being blocked from racing the AUSX Open, Tomac talked about no longer needing intensive “boot camp”-style training, and Roczen reaffirmed that Australia’s WSX round will be his last fixture in the series.
Deegan’s presence is especially noteworthy — the 19-year-old rising star is making waves not just for his past achievements in 250-class competition, but now for stepping up into the 450cc WSX “SX1” class for these wildcard races. His move underlines WSX’s ambition to blend youth and experience, offering fans a wide spectrum of riding styles and personalities.
Meanwhile, the returning veteran stars Tomac, Webb, Roczen, bring stability and headline value to the event. Having committed to race at Gold Coast, they set the bar high for performance, expectations and rivalry. For Tomac, the return is also a chance to reaffirm his championship-winning credentials; and for fans, seeing legends like him and Roczen mix with fresh challengers is part of the sport’s growing global appeal.
Beyond the marquee names, the round also draws interest from riders like Max Anstie and Shane McElrath — who offer a broader perspective on the series. Anstie in particular has opened up about his own “boot camp,” his relentless drive for a perfect season, and how he balances ambitions in supercross with off-road racing. Their participation and reflections add depth to the WSX narrative, showing that it’s not just about headline showdowns, but also about personal journeys, transitions, and evolving priorities.
In short: the 2025 Gold Coast round shapes up as much more than just “another race.” With wildcards, veterans, rising stars and seasoned journeymen all converging, WSX on Australia’s Gold Coast promises drama, unpredictability — and a vivid snapshot of where the sport is headed right now.
