World Supercross Championship Rider Entries, How to Watch, and Wildcards WSX Canada GP

This Saturday (October 26th) is the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) season opener in Vancouver, Canada, for the WSX Canada GP. Fourteen riders and up to four wildcard entries from around the world come together for the four-round championship Supercross series in each event.

Germany's Ken Roczen is looking to three-peat this WSX Championship series after winning the inaugural championship in 2022 and last year's championship. The big news is that America's Eli Tomac will also participate in all four rounds to challenge Roczen for the title. Other big names on the list are ones to keep an eye out for as well.

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The SX2 division is up in the air, with last year's championship winner, Great Britain's Max Anstie, only a wildcard for this weekend's opening round in Vancouver. The 2022 inaugural champion and 2nd in points last year, American Shane McElrath, is back for redemption throughout the four-round series to claim the title. He will have stiff competition throughout the series with the riders who could challenge McElrath by round 4.

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Looking ahead to this Saturday night, the series has changed the format from the previous two seasons.

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Let's take a peek into the rider entry lists for each class, along with how to watch these WSX races wherever you are in the world.

Here are the press releases from SX Global, advocates of the FIM World Supercross Championship:

2024 FIM World Supercross Championship WSX Rider Entry List

The FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) has revealed its full WSX 450cc class rider lineup for the upcoming 2024 season.

With the 2024 grid featuring seven teams, a total of 14 riders will race in the series’ premier WSX category while a further 14 riders will race in the 250cc SX2 class, with 28 full-time riders contesting the campaign, plus up to four Wildcard entries per event.

Alongside the return of two-time World Champion, Ken Roczen, the 2024 season will see the return of front-running riders including Dean Wilson, Vince Friese and two-time vice champion, Joey Savatgy. WSX will also welcome the return of eight-time AMA Motocross and Supercross champion, Eli Tomac, who previously raced in the series at the 2022 British GP.

The 2024 season will commence on 26 October at BC Place in Vancouver for the WSX Canadian GP. The campaign will then continue at HBF Park in Perth, Australia, where WSX will hold its first-ever double-header event (Rounds Two and Three). The season will then conclude at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on 4 December on the same week as the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Tom Burwell, CEO, FIM World Supercross Championship, said: “With the official start of the season quickly approaching, I’m thrilled to reveal our WSX class rider lineup. Our 450cc grid for 2024 is undoubtedly the strongest it has ever been, not only with Ken [Roczen] returning to defend his title and Joey [Savatgy] vying to beat him, but also with the addition of Eli [Tomac] who is an elite talent and icon of our sport. Our grid embodies the spirit and intensity of Supercross, and I have no doubt that 2024 will be a defining season for WSX. It will be one that we remember for a long time to come.”

2024 FIM World Supercross Championship SX2 Rider Entry List

FIM World Supercross Championship reveals 14 full-time riders in SX2 250cc class ahead of season-opening WSX Canadian GP

As the countdown continues for the opening round of the 2024 season, the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) has revealed its complete SX2 250cc class lineup.

With seven teams across both the SX2 250cc class and premier WSX 450cc class, a total of 28 riders will compete in the series on a full-time basis in 2024 (14 riders per class), with up to four Wildcard entries appearing in each event.

Featuring a mixture of new names and familiar faces, the 2024 SX2 grid blends youth with experience to create the ultimate showdown as soon as the season gets underway in Vancouver, Canada, on 26 October.

Alongside the return of 2022 champion, Shane McElrath, the 2024 season will see Brazil’s Enzo Lopes set out on a highly anticipated comeback campaign, while Maxime Desprey and PMG’s Kyle Chisholm will also compete for title glory. Coty Schock, who finished third in AMA Supercross 250SX East is just one of six exciting young rookies on the grid, including Ryder Kingsford and Calvin Fonvieille.

After the inaugural WSX Canadian GP, the season will continue on 23-24 November with the WSX Australian GP at HBF Park in Perth. The season will close with the WSX Abu Dhabi GP in the United Arab Emirates on 4 December.

Tom Burwell, CEO, FIM World Supercross Championship, said: “With the WSX Canadian GP just around the corner, I’m delighted to confirm our complete SX2 rider lineup for the 2024 season. Over the past two years, SX2 has been a hard-fought class, and has provided the perfect opportunity for our riders to showcase their ability on the world stage. This year, we have some very exciting storylines, with Shane [McElrath] hunting down his second championship title, Enzo [Lopes] making his Supercross comeback after being on the sidelines for the majority of 2024, Maxime [Desprey] and Kyle [Chisholm] chasing top honours, and Cole Thompson racing full-time after some standout performances last year. We also have some very exciting rookies on the grid, and with that in mind, I think we’re looking at a fascinating and exciting championship fight. 2024 is going to be unforgettable."

Wildcard Entries WSX Canada GP

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How to watch WSX in 2024

The 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) season promises to be the best yet, with 28 hungry and talented riders – plus up to four wildcards at each GP – across two thrilling categories, all vying for the ultimate prize. Be they returning champions, Supercross legends or hotshot up-and-comers, they’ll all be ready to do battle over three headline events.

Coverage of the 2024 WSX season will be facilitated by 12 world-leading media outlets, delivering top-drawer Supercross entertainment to global audiences. A range of coverage packages are on offer depending on where you live, from two-hour live shows to highlights.

So, for those who aren’t joining us trackside for the GPs in Canada, Australia or Abu Dhabi, here’s your guide on how to watch WSX action in 2024, no matter where you are in the world.

Global

• DAZN

• FUEL TV

• FIM MOTO TV

With the exceptions of the USA and Australia, FUEL TV will broadcast WSX to fans all over the world, while DAZN and FIM MOTO TV will also present completely free-to-air coverage to global audiences. The trio of media platforms will show live event coverage.

Download DAZN on Google Play or in the App Store.

Download FUEL TV on Google Play or in the App Store.

Visit FIM-MOTO.TV to sign up.

Middle East and North Africa

• SSC

The Middle East and North Africa will be able to watch the 2024 WSX Canadian GP and the rest of the WSX season live on SSC via MBC Play.

Download MBC Play on Google Play or in the App Store.

Sub-Saharan Africa

• StarTimes

• SuperSport

A combination of StarTimes and SuperSport will deliver highlights of the 2024 WSX Championship to Sub-Saharan Africa.

Download StarTimes on Google Play or in the App Store.

Download SuperSport on Google Play or in the App Store.

Australasia

• FOX Sports Australia

• Kayo Sports

• Sky New Zealand

Those in Australia can opt to watch every round of the 2024 WSX season on either FOX Sports Australia or Kayo Sports, while New Zealanders can access live coverage through Sky New Zealand.

Download Fox Sports on Google Play or in the App Store.

Download Kayo Sports on Google Play or in the App Store.

Download Sky Go on Google Play or in the App Store.

North America

• FS1

• FS2

• REV TV

In North America, both the USA and Canada will have access to every 2024 WSX round via as live coverage on FS1/FS2 and live coverage on REV TV respectively.

Download Fox Sports on Google Play or in the App Store.

Download REV+ on Google Play or in the App Store.

France

• L’Équipe

In France, leading sports media outlet L’Équipe will provide live coverage on terrestrial television.

South East Asia

• SPOTV

SPOTV will deliver all the action from a highly anticipated WSX season to fans in South East Asia throughout 2024.

Download SPOTV on Google Play or in the App Store.

When to watch WSX in 2024

WSX events take place in the evening and with events spanning three continents, there’s a range of time zones for Supercross fans to be aware of in 2024.

World Supercross Championship Canadian GP

To watch the dramatic season-opening WSX Canadian GP from BC Place, Vancouver, viewers will need to tune into live broadcasts at 19:00 local time Pacific Standard Time on Saturday, 26 October.

World Supercross Championship Australian GP

The historic double-header event at HBF Park, Perth is up next. For Round 2, live broadcasts will kick off at 19:00 local time Australian Western Standard Time on Saturday, 23 November and then the following day – Sunday, 24 November – at 17:30 for Round 3.

World Supercross Championship Abu Dhabi GP

Closing out the season in spectacular style is the Abu Dhabi GP at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The season finale broadcast is set to start at 18:00 local time Gulf Standard Time on Wednesday, 4 December, mere days before the F1 season finale at the Yas Marina Circuit.