Travis Cloke is 2015 Aus MotoGP ambassador

With 50 days to go until the event kicks off (on 16-18 October), the Collingwood Football Club star will act as a local spokesperson, whilst also educating MotoGP riders on the world of Australian Rules football.

 

Away from the football field, Cloke has been an avid motorcycle rider and enthusiast since a young age and, with a genuine passion for two wheels, he is thrilled to be playing an active role in promoting this year's event.

 

"The Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix has always been a major event and one I've enjoyed attending in years gone by; to have an official role is a dream come true. The world's best descend on Philip Island each year and I can't wait to get behind-the-scenes," Cloke said.

 

Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO, Andrew Westacott, is pleased to welcome Cloke as the event's AFL ambassador.

 

"Travis' record speaks for itself; he's a champion of the game playing for one of the biggest football clubs in Australia. He's got a great passion for motorcycles and we're delighted have him on board as our AFL ambassador for the event this year," Westacott said.

 

Cloke, whose father David played 333 games for Collingwood and Richmond, joined the Magpies under the father-son rule in 2004 (39th selection overall) and is regarded as one of the best forwards in the AFL.

 

At 28, Cloke has racked up 233 matches and 424 goals to date, with four club leading goal kicker awards, two All-Australian selections, one Copeland Trophy as the club's best-and-fairest player and a member of Collingwood's 2010 Premiership winning team on his impressive CV.

 

 

The Australian Grand Prix Corporation is offering fans the chance to save up to $20 on Sunday General Admission tickets with the Philip Island 'Kickstarter', which puts ticket-holders in the running to win some incredible event experiences. To take advantage of the offer and go in the running, purchase a General Admission ticket before September 1, 2015. Further ticketing information can be foundhere.