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Braving the weather for the Bunbury glory

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Matthew McMellon looks takes to the air at Shrubland Park on Sunday.
Camera IconMatthew McMellon looks takes to the air at Shrubland Park on Sunday.

Almost 400 riders from across the State hit Shrubland Park in Bunbury for round four of the WAMX State Junior and Senior Championships.

Heavy rain and a tough riding conditions did not deter the competitors, who put on some fantastic performances for the crowds which enjoyed some exciting racing.

David Birch extended his series lead in the senior MX1 by winning all three races, while in the women’s division it was Tahlia O’Hare rode a clean-sweep.

Pictures from the event:

James Craig tries to make his way through the mud at Shrubland Park.
Camera IconJames Craig tries to make his way through the mud at Shrubland Park.
Max Christie is determined to win his race in the Amateur Cup Mini Series.
Camera IconMax Christie is determined to win his race in the Amateur Cup Mini Series.
Kurt Oinn leaps over a jump in the MX2 division.
Camera IconKurt Oinn leaps over a jump in the MX2 division.
Charlie Creech takes to the dirt in the Senior State Championship MX1 on Sunday.
Camera IconCharlie Creech takes to the dirt in the Senior State Championship MX1 on Sunday.

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