Press Release | August 30, 2022
Jackson Strong, Adam Jones and Josh Sheehan among competitors confirmed for 2022 Nitro World Games Brisbane, October 22-23, 2022.
This is a press release from Thrill One Sports & Entertainment…
(Brisbane, QLD) Nitro Circus has revealed the elite athletes that will battle at Nitro World Games Brisbane. More than 70 top competitors from five continents will vie for the podium in Freestyle Motocross (FMX), FMX Best Trick, BMX Best Trick, BMX Triple Hit, Skate Vert and Scooter Best Trick, with more to be announced.
Combining the big-air thrills of Nitro Circus with the high stakes of premier competition, Nitro World Games represents a revolution in progression. Now the biggest action sports event in the world is coming to Australia for the first time on 22-23 October. Brisbane’s iconic Suncorp Stadium will host the adrenaline-charged two-day event, and fans can get a firsthand look at the record-breaking action: Tickets are available for purchase now at nitroworldgames.com.
Travis Pastrana, global icon and co-creator of Nitro World Games, said, “At last, Nitro World Games is back and primed to take the big air of action sports to another level. With the tremendous support of Tourism Events Queensland and the Brisbane Economic Development Agency, we have the opportunity to put on the biggest action sports event anywhere on the globe, in front of some of the most passionate fans in the world. After a two-year hold, I know that athletes can’t wait to debut the insane tricks that they will need in order to have a shot at the podium. It’s going to be a wild ride at Suncorp Stadium this October.”
On the moto side, Lockhart FMX legend Jackson “Jacko” Strong is a favorite to add FMX and FMX Best Trick titles to his stacked resume, but he will face stiff competition. Donnybrook’s Josh Sheehan, the first rider to land a boundary-breaking triple backflip, will square off against Strong in FMX Best Trick and FMX while American veteran Adam Jones will look to better him in FMX.
See below for a current list of confirmed Nitro World Games Brisbane athletes in the Moto categories:
Nitro World Games Brisbane 2022 Confirmed Moto Athletes*
| Jayo Archer |
AUS |
| Harry Bink |
AUS |
| Pat Bowden |
AUS |
| Clinton Moore |
AUS |
| Josh Sheehan |
AUS |
| Jackson Strong |
AUS |
| Harry Bink |
AUS |
| Pat Bowden |
AUS |
| Adam Jones |
USA |
| Josh Sheehan |
AUS |
| Jackson Strong |
AUS |
*List of final competitors subject to change
Action sports leaders Nitro Circus are producing Nitro World Games in partnership with the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland alongside Brisbane City Council’s Brisbane Economic Development Agency. Together, this collaboration will also stage a full calendar of preview exhibitions in the run-up to the Nitro World Games championship weekend, both in Brisbane as well as locations across Queensland and in Sydney. These will include athlete clinics, autograph signings, school visits and more, all to engage fans, educate area residents on these exciting disciplines and introduce young enthusiasts to action sports. More details on these community events will be announced soon.
Joe Carr, CEO of Thrill One Sports & Entertainment—Nitro World Games’ parent company—said, “We are very excited to bring the biggest action sports event in the world to Brisbane, a marquee host city for premier sport. The past two years have undoubtedly been challenging ones for live sport but now, with the best athletes set to showcase their elite skills in front of a global audience, the wait will have been worth it. To have this opportunity is possible thanks to the great support of our partners Tourism Events Queensland and the Brisbane Economic Development Agency, who have shown their vision and commitment every step of the way.”
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner says, “Securing the Nitro World Games for Brisbane this October is a massive win for fans and the city’s economy,” Cr Schrinner said.
“As the first place outside the USA to host this major event, adrenaline-seeking fans from across Australia will get to see local Queensland heroes Ryan Williams and Logan Martin compete in front of a home crowd, with an amazing atmosphere expected at Suncorp Stadium.
“With tens of thousands of spectators anticipated over two days, and 70 competitors from five continents coming to Brisbane to compete, our local hotels, restaurants and retailers are set to benefit from a $20 million economic injection.”
SEE IT LIVE:
Tickets to Nitro World Games Brisbane are available for purchase now at nitroworldgames.com. Two-day weekend passes start at $100 each with single day tickets starting at $63 each (final ticket prices also include additional charges and fees). Fans can also take advantage of exclusive VIP offerings with premium seating and fan experience opportunities.
More details on how fans worldwide will be able to tune in to watch Nitro World Games Brisbane will be announced soon.
For more information head to www.nitrocircus.com/nitroworldgames
