Australian champ Charli Cannon takes her talent to the World Stage!

Charli Cannon claimed the Australian Women’s Motocross Championship for the third consecutive year, showcasing her extraordinary talent and determination. This remarkable 19-year-old from Queensland dominated the 2024 Championship and is now heading to Turkey to compete in the final round of the World Women’s Championship, with the support of Honda, SCT Logistics, and then in 2025 the MXGP of Australia, which will be held in Darwin.

In 2023, Charli competed in select rounds of the World Women’s Championship, finishing as high as 4th in the Spanish round. This year, she is aiming for a podium spot, but she remains humble and respectful of the fierce competition overseas. She sees this opportunity as the foundation for a future full-time commitment to the World Championship, while also hoping to return to Australia to defend her national title.

“Last year was an eye-opening experience, at times it felt rushed. This time, I’ve arrived two weeks early to do some testing and training before competing in Turkey. I hope this preparation will improve my overall result. The goal is a podium finish, but I’m mindful of the competition,” said Cannon.

Looking ahead, Charli hopes to race full-time in Europe next year, while also returning to Australia to defend her title.

“I hope the national and international calendars don’t clash because I love racing at home, and I believe we’re collectively raising awareness and interest in women’s racing in Australia. At the final round, we had 28 female entrants, which is an incredible achievement,” she added.

The World Women’s Championship is fiercely competitive, attracting more than 40 of the world’s best female racers, all vying for the top spot on the podium. Motorsport has seen a significant and positive shift for women, with female participation on a steady rise across all disciplines at the highest levels. More and more women are now competing as riders, and working as engineers, team managers, race coaches, and even in the media.

Tony Hinton, Honda’s General Manager of Powersports, is inspired by the evident growth in women’s motorcycle racing and the positive influence of professional female racers competing at high levels.

“We are witnessing a transformative change, with women competing professionally at the highest level. This is crucial as we encourage all genders to chase their dreams. Motorsport should be enjoyed by everyone, in every role and on the track. We are proud to be associated with women in motorsport and look forward to watching Charli compete against the best in the world,” said Hinton.

The MXGP of Australia organisers are just as inspired by Charli’s fierce determination to compete on the world stage.

“Charli is Australia’s best, and we are proud to support her efforts. We are also excited to see her compete next year in the Northern Territory at the MXGP of Australia in Darwin. We are so proud to be showcasing the women’s event, which has never before been held in Australia.

We hope her participation in the World Championship inspires other young Australian female racers to come to Darwin next year to compete against the world’s best,” said Northern Territory Major Events Company CEO Suzana Bishop.

The Northern Territory is set to host a round of the World Motocross Championship in Darwin next September, which will include the 450 and 250 pro classes, as well as a round of the Women’s World Championship—a source of immense pride for the region.

Charli will compete in Turkey on the weekend of September 7th and 8th. For more information, visit www.mxgp.com

For more information on MXGP of Australia – Darwin 2025, visit https://ntmajorevents.com.au/events/mxgp