Upgrades are ongoing at Chandler’s Brisbane SX International BMX Centre as preparations continue for the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships, with the venue being readied for international competition.
A Venue Under Construction For International Racing
Within the Sleeman Sports Complex, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is continuing to undergo precinct upgrades aimed at meeting international BMX racing standards. The works are focused on preparing the site for a large international field set to compete in July 2026.
The 400-metre BMX Supercross track remains central to these upgrades, with refinements underway in line with global design requirements. The course is set to feature both 5-metre and 8-metre start ramps, along with timing systems installed across the track to monitor performance.
Brisbane SX International BMX Centre Builds Towards July 2026
The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will run from 17 to 25 July, with all competition scheduled at the Chandler venue. The event will include Championship racing across Elite, Under 23 and Junior categories, followed by Challenge and Masters competitions later in the program.
This format places higher-level racing at the beginning of the event, before transitioning into broader participation categories across the remaining days. Practice sessions and qualification rounds will precede finals throughout the nine-day schedule.
Activity Continues As Works Progress
Despite ongoing upgrades, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre continues to operate as a training venue. Weekly gate practice sessions take place on Thursday evenings, allowing riders to use the start ramps and timing systems during preparation.
The broader Sleeman Sports Complex supports this activity with accommodation, gymnasiums, recovery facilities and additional sporting spaces. Its proximity to Brisbane International Airport also allows for ongoing training camps in the lead-up to the championships.
Focus Shifts Towards The Event
With July 2026 approaching, attention in Chandler is gradually turning from construction to readiness. The track is continuing to take shape as works progress, with preparations aimed at hosting a large international BMX racing event.
By the time competition begins, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is expected to bring together thousands of riders on a single course, placing Chandler at the centre of BMX racing during the championship period.
Published 23-Apr-2026
