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Local dirt track racing gun Abbey Wason proved she’s a talent in the sport after taking out a maiden win at the Victorian Dirt Track Titles.
Hosted at Albury Wodonga Motorcycle Club across the weekend of 20-21 September, at Wason’s home track, the rising star took out top honours in the women’s division, as well as a sixth-place finish in the men’s Pro 250 bracket, matching it with the best men racing in the state.
Across the weekend, Wason was at the head of the pack throughout, taking a clean run and five heat wins in her women’s division, while keeping pace with the boys.
After months and years of hard work, it all came together, with Wason taking an immense confidence boost – as well as a medal and state title championship ring – into her future races.
Wason was understandably over the moon with the results.
“I had an awesome weekend, I was absolutely chuffed to be on the pace with the boys - I gave it my all and it all paid off,” she said.
“I even got the privilege of being setup in the pits with my dad who had his first race meeting back in years.
“The track was absolutely mint from start to finish – massive thanks to the club for putting in the hard yards and looking after us like they always do.
“Genuinely so stoked to come away with these results, as it means the world to me to make it all worthwhile for my sponsors, who stand behind me at every event.
“So glad I had my family there to watch me get my first flag.
“I couldn’t be happier with how it all came together, I’m absolutely chuffed and already hanging to get back out there again soon.”
Wason wanted to thank all of her sponsors and supporters for all their hard work behind the scenes which allows her to go out and tear up the track.
The action never stops, with Wason named to compete for the Rest of Australia team at this weekend's State of Origin event at Mildura, taking on some of the best NSW riders.
To follow along with Abbey’s journey, check out her Instagram @abbmoto63.

