Rafael’s journey in motocross began at an impressively young age. He started riding at just 2½ years old on a PW50 and entered his first race at the age of 4 at the Cooma Off Road Club. His natural talent and early dedication quickly set him apart in the motocross world.

Rafael’s skills and determination have taken him across the globe, including three trips to the USA in 2017, 2018, and 2019, where he competed on the international stage with great success:

2017: 20th place, Loretta Lynn’s Amateurs, 50cc Special Limited

2018: 10th place, Loretta Lynn’s Amateurs, 50cc Special Limited

2019: 2nd place, KTM Junior Supercross, Las Vegas

Back in Australia, Rafael has continued to dominate the motocross scene:

1st Nowra Stadium Cross Invitation, 65cc

1st East Coast MX Championship, 85cc (2023)

Rafael is setting his sights high for the coming years as he continues to represent R31 Racing and Kawasaki with pride. His goals for 2025 include:

Winning the ACTMCC Junior Lights Championship

Securing a top 3 finish in both the East Coast MX 125cc and 250cc categories

Achieving a top 3 finish in the NSW State Titles

Finishing in the top 5 at the AJMX Titles

Earning a top 20 moto result in the Pro National MX3

Securing a top 10 finish in Aus X, SX3

Qualifying for MXGP, MX3 in Darwin

With his impressive track record, relentless dedication, and ambitious goals, Rafael is undoubtedly a rising star in motocross!