Montecasino – following two successful and sold-out events at Montecasino, SA’s premier Freestyle Motocross contest returns for another thrilling event this November. Witness South Africa’s best take on the world’s best Motocross and Freestyle Motocross riders as they battle it out in the King of the Whip – Best Whip and FMX Best Trick contests on 23 November 2024 at Montecasino.
The adrenaline-fuelled Action Sports event is presented by LW Mag in association with Ford, Monster Energy, Yamaha, Garmin, Motul, GoPro, Estrella Cerveza and PlayTSOGO.
Doors open at 2 p.m., and fans can meet their favourite riders during the “Pit Walk,” which runs until 3:30 p.m. Proceedings kick off at 4 p.m. and continue into the evening with the final showdown under the night skies and flashes of pyrotechnics.
Best Whip
Riders scoring enough points through the Best Whip qualifying rounds will advance to the semi-finals and finals. Judges will consider style, amplitude and variation when allocating scores.The FMX Best Trick contests are set to take place before the Best Whip finals, featuring both right-side up and up-side down trick categories.Riders will compete for their share of the R250 000.00 cash prize purse and various prizes from the official event partners.
Four-time X-Games medallist Julien Vanstippen (Belgium) will be back to defend his title for the second time, hoping to score the prestigious three-peat. Local Freestyle Motocross star Dallan Goldman will be looking to continue his record of podiuming at every King of the Whip event to date. The event’s top Motocross rider, Jesse Wright, will also be in the mix and is hungry for the win. The list of local and international competing riders will be revealed soon, giving KOTW fans the chance to bet on their favourites
Julien Vanstippen © Eric Palmer
Monster Energy’s internationally endorsed DJ MA1A will be on the Monster Energy rig decks, ensuring next-level vibes and entrainment value. Also making his way back to South Africa is renowned FMX event host Steve Sommerfeld, who will be on the mic and keeping everyone informed throughout the day.
King of the Whip organiser Ryan van der Spuy says, “It’s incredible to see the beast of an event that King of the Whip has evolved into, attracting huge interest locally and internationally. Following two sold-out events, we are excited to bring fans an elevated and unforgettable experience. We’re in for a treat this year!”
Eon Deysel © Eric Palmer
Whip (Noun):
A manoeuvre performed on a motorcycle, usually during a motocross or freestyle motocross contest, in which the rider brings the rear of the motorcycle abruptly around to either side. Performed while the machine is airborne off a jump. In extreme whips, the rear of the motorcycle will end up perpendicular to the direction of travel, in addition to the motorcycle being laid flat. The purpose of the whip is to show off, alter the bike’s trajectory in flight, and scrub speed over jumps.
Inviting everyone, families, and friends to witness this highly anticipated, action-packed event. Tickets are available for R200 (standing) and R320 (grandstand seating) at Howler.co.za. Food and beverages will be on sale at the event.
King of the Whip event details:
Date: 23 November 2024
Time: 2 pm onwards
Venue: Montecasino – Montecasino Boulevard (Cnr William Nicol and Witkoppen)
Fourways, Sandton, Johannesburg
Tickets available from R200: https://www.howler.co.za/KOTW2024
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