It was a sweet return to the podium at the Suzuka Sunday Series, with Jackson securing 3rd place in the International JGP-3 class after a determined recovery drive at the iconic Suzuka International Circuit. Competing in demanding summer conditions, placing both riders, teams and machinery under significant pressure. Practice sessions on Friday provided encouraging signs, with Jackson showing the pace to qualify much further up the field. However, qualifying on Saturday did n

Jackson Macdonald scores a podium on his FIM International Debut at Suzuka Series in Japan.

Jackson Macdonald Racing confirms Honda Racing School program and Suzuka Sunday Series GP-3 racing plan for 2026. With an impressive performance on debut at Phillip Island in January on board the Honda NSF250, Jackson has been invited to Japan to continue his development with a focus on race skills, working within a team environment and event exposure. The world renowned Honda Racing School centres around Suzuka Circuit. Jackson will train under the mentorship and guidance o

Words courtesy of Conor McNally at The Motor Dream Podcast Australia has a proud legacy of producing world-class motorcycle champions, but reaching the pinnacle of MotoGP requires young riders to make the ultimate leap: leaving home to prove themselves overseas. In Episode 54 of The Motor Dream Podcast, now live and ready to listen in your podcast feeds, we sit down with 14-year-old Victorian prodigy Jackson Macdonald Racing, who is doing exactly that. After trading local dir

Thank you to Australian Motorcycle News and Mark Bracks or the mention of Jackson in the latest edition. The article is a great reminder of the important role domestic racing continues to play in developing young riders and keeping opportunities alive. For Jackson, the journey has presented opportunities overseas but Australian racing remains a vital part of his development. There is value in racing at home. Racing different riders on different bikes. Building racecraft. Chal

Jackson Macdonald has been shortlisted for the 2027 Idemitsu Moto4 Asia Cup Selection Event, to be held at Sepang International Kart Circuit, Malaysia, on 27–28 October 2026. From a field of applicants across the Asia and Oceania region, 83 riders from 17 countries have been invited to the two-day selection event, with only three riders representing Australia. For Jackson, this is an important step. The selection event will assess riders both on and off the track, with places

A big weekend on home soil for Jackson Macdonald Racing. Two motorcycles. Two very different challenges. 7 wins, one mechanical DNF and plenty of learning. 🏁 Junior 250 / Supersport 300 On debut at Broadford on the production Honda NSF250R, Jackson started from pole and claimed 4 race wins and the Junior 250 class overall, moving into the championship lead. The goal was simple: build pace, learn the bike and keep progressing. Race by race, Jackson chipped away at his lap tim

Round 3 of the Suzuka Sunday Series in Japan in early August brought hot conditions and another opportunity for Jackson to develop his race craft aboard the Honda NSF250. After a difficult qualifying session, back in Q10, the focus shifted to race day: reset, work with the team, find improvements and fight forward. With changes made to the bike, Jackson improved his pace throughout the race and set a new personal best lap time while working through traffic. The result: 🏁 P5

Jackson Macdonald Racing x TTR at Suzuka

Jackson Macdonald x The Price You Pay Podcast | Rider v Racer We are excited to share Jackson’s first podcast appearance, alongside his dad, Glenn Macdonald. Together they reflect on the journey that has taken Jackson from local race tracks in Australia, to racing in Spain, then Japan with Honda Racing School Suzuka and competing with Takeishi Technical Racing - culminating in his first international podium.

Jackson Macdonald Racing at Suzuka Rnd 2, 2026 in his first wet race on board his NSF250

In Part 1 of Chapter 3, Jackson Macdonald shares the details of a painful and pivotal moment in his career as he works toward his MotoGP ambitions.

🚀 Jump on board with Jackson Macdonald Racing x TTR on a flying lap of the iconic Suzuka International Circuit, at Suzuka Sunday Series 🇯🇵 Sound on for the full effect of his perfectly prepared TTR Honda NSF250 🔉

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Some riders chase victories. Others leave something deeper on the track 🏁 Their discipline, courage, and determination become the kind of example that inspires the next generation to dream bigger and push harder 🙌 These are the riders who inspire to @jacksonmacdonaldracing #gamanracing #gamanracingofficial #roadtomotogp #race #motogp

A young boy, a motorcycle, weekends spent training, and an obsession sparked by watching races on a screen 🏁. One day, he asked for the chance to try something different, and that first contact with the asphalt changed everything 🙌. This is Jackson Macdonald, and this is how his journey to MotoGP has begun.

Junior Moto3 (NSF250) ✅ Jackson received an age exemption at just 13.5 years old to train and race on the NSF250. This was his first outing on a big circuit with this bike. 🚀 He qualified on pole with a time of 1:45.007. 🥉 In Race 1, he maintained a pace of 1:44.585 and topped the charts for an ideal lap with an impressive 1:44.000. Only 0.261 seconds separated the podium finishers! 🥈 Race 2 brought challenges as setup changes unsettled the bike. 🥈 In Race 3, after

Australia has long been a powerhouse in the world of motorsport, producing some of the most tenacious and talented road racers on the planet. The passion for racing runs deep here. In this blog, we dive into the heart of this adrenaline-fueled world and shine a spotlight on the incredible Australian racing talent that continues to make waves internationally. Buckle up and get ready for a high-octane journey! The Rise of Australian Road Racers: A Legacy of Speed and Grit Aust

Learn more about the Road to MotoGP and the sacrifices made to make it to the top.

Motorsport in Australia is more than just a sport, it’s a thrilling spectacle of speed, skill, and passion! For racers like Jackson Macdonald, securing sponsorship is the fuel that powers their journey to the top. But how does one navigate the complex world of motorsport sponsorships ? Here we share opportunities, and insider tips that we have learned and can accelerate a racing career! Understanding Motorsport Sponsorships Sponsorship in Australian motorsport is a dynamic pa