Motorcycling Australia press release:

The BLU CRU Oceania Junior Cup (OJC) is a fully-fledged racing academy and an officially sanctioned #RoadToMotoGP program. Our mission is to develop Oceania’s next road racing stars, and we provide everything a young rider needs to launch their career.

If you’re an aspiring rider aged 11-16, this is your invitation to join the most successful junior development program in the region.

Why the Oceania Junior Cup is unique:

– Race on a level playing field: Every rider competes on an identical, race-prepared Yamaha YZF-R15. This ensures the focus is purely on talent, race craft and development.

– Learn from the best: Receive direct coaching from MotoGP legend Garry McCoy, with assistance from current ASBK stars like Ty Lynch and Archie McDonald. Gain a truly unique insight into the art of racing.

– Become a complete racer: It’s not just about riding. Our academy includes professional training in fitness, media skills, PR development and sportsmanship to prepare you for a professional racing career.

– A truly global pathway: As an official Dorna Road to MotoGP program, our riders are selected for international opportunities like the Yamaha R3 BLU CRU Asia-Pacific Championship, Asia Talent Cup, and Red Bull Rookies Cup. This is the proven pathway to international racing.

Your 2026 OJC package includes everything you need to compete:

We remove the barriers so you can focus on your development. Your place on the grid includes:

– Loan of a fully race-prepared Yamaha YZF-R15 for the season.
– Transportation and technical support for your bike at all rounds.
– New race tyres for every round.
– Shark helmet, Ricondi OJC leathers, boots, and gloves to keep.
– An OJC team uniform.
– Entry fees and garage space at each event.
– This is your chance to transition from watching the world’s best to one day joining them.

To learn more or register, click here!