Kelvin Fletcher to kick off Arenacross with charity race

Confidentials 21 February 2025

ITV star set to race Thomas brothers ahead of Saturday’s AO Arena showdown

Kelvin Fletcher will be swapping his tractor for a dirtbike this Saturday (22 February) when he kicks off Arenacross with a charity motocross race against the Thomas brothers.

AO Arena will host round 6 of the Arenacross World Tour, but not before the ITV star and longtime motocross fan competes against the TV brothers, also familiar faces from the likes of ITV and Strictly, in a charity showdown.

2025 02 21 Arenacross Track — **The Arenacross stage is set for Saturday** Image: Confidentials

Tickets are still available for the event, along with family discount and wheelchair accessible tickets, and the former Emmerdale star can’t wait to get revved up.

“I’m really excited for Arenacross in Manchester this weekend!” said Kelvin. “As a big motocross fan, this event truly showcases the excitement and thrill of the sport and is a must for any young family. I’ll be there with my family, definitely in awe of these world-class athletes.

“I did ride a bit of motocross as a kid, but that was a long time ago and riding an Arenacross track with all the obstacles is very different. Especially in front of a packed-out audience, but just like I learned with Strictly, you’ve just got to throw yourself into it, give it a go and enjoy it, so that’s what I’m going to do.”

2025 02 21 Arenacross Jake Preston — **Motocross pro and local boy Jake Preston** Image: Confidentials

Also at the Arenacross three-hour extravaganza will be professional motocross rider and local Mancunian Jake Preston, who as well as competing will also be proudly watching his five year old son, Jesse, take to the Arenacross track for the first time in the Amped Race to Manchester.

For more information on Arenacross, to book tickets, and to see what else is coming up at the AO Arena visit their website.

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