MORE than 200 riders will be taking part across a weekend of motocross action.

The third round of the Michelin MX Nationals comes to Oxford Moto Parc, near Abingdon, with over 20 races this weekend.

With the event being held on military land next to Abingdon Airfield, event organisers have made available 100 free tickets for troops.

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The weekend’s schedule starts on Saturday from 9am, with Sunday’s action seeing the Pro Fastest 40 practice at 9am, ahead of the first Pro Race at midday.

The Pro MX1 class is led by the Honda UK riders Conrad Mewse and Josh Gilbert, with the reigning champion in his Yamaha UK, Harri Kullas, currently in third.

In the Pro MX2 class, a titanic battle is shaping up for the number one spot, as only six points separate five riders, with Jamie Wainwright leading the way going into the weekend.

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In addition to the professional riders, there are six amateur adult classes and four youth classes.

General weekend tickets for adults are priced at £20, while children aged 12 and under go free. Camping is available from Friday onwards for £10.

Tickets can be bought on the gate or online via mxnationals.co.uk

The free tickets for military personnel can be found via ticketsfortroops.org.uk

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