Young motorbike rider critical after crash at motocross event

A 14-year-old boy is in critical condition after a serious crash during a junior motocross event in western Victoria. The incident involved a collision with another rider on the track. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the teenager was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The event was a junior titles competition.

This incident highlights the inherent risks involved in youth motorsports and the importance of safety protocols at such events.