Plans underway for World RX to Adelaide

The South Australian Motorsport Board (SAMSB), with the full backing of the SA State Government, is working to secure a round of the World Rally Cross (World RX) championship for Adelaide the week before next year’s Adelaide 500.

Representatives of World RX are reportedly in Adelaide this weekend, inspecting the venue and soaking up the atmosphere of the Adelaide 500.

The proposed track uses some of the existing race track in the parklands before heading off the tarmac and into the parklands.

An announcement on the deal was originally planned for tomorrow, but it has been postponed until the final parts of the deal are in place.

Timmy Hansen (SWE) of Team MJP Hansen is seen racing during the FIA World Rallycross Championship in Loheac, France in September 1, 2019 // Jaanus Ree / Red Bull Content Pool

The World Rallycross Championship (World RX) is a motor racing series that features rallycross events, which combine elements of rallying and circuit racing. The series typically includes multiple heats and a final, with cars competing on mixed dirt and asphalt surfaces.

The series also has four classes – World RX, RX2E, Euro RX1, and Euro RX.

The championship has gained popularity in recent years, but exact television viewership numbers can vary significantly by season and demographic. On average, around 10 million viewers tune in globally each year, although these figures can fluctuate.

The South Australian Motor Sport Board has been approached for comment but has yet to respond.

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