By Kirra Livingstone
HINTERLAND BMX rider, Corey Frieswyk, had a successful trip to the USA, after placing fourth in the world in masters at the World BMX Championships.
GC&M News spoke to Corey as he travelled back to Australia from the USA, and said he was happy with his results at the championships.
“I’m proud of my effort and performance in my races at this year’s worlds,” he said.
“Our race day got cut short because of some bad weather so I didn’t get to truly race for the title I got, but regardless I’m proud of my achievement.”
Corey added this was his first time back racing for a while, but loved every second of competing.
“I enjoyed the feeling of getting back into feeling the pressure of lining up on the gate at such a big event,” he said.
“Feeling of nerves and butterflies, and going out executing good laps.”
Frieswyk has been racing since 1997, so it’s safe to say he is dedicated to his craft, and he added why he loves the sport so much.
“I love that BMX is an individual sport, the competitive side of it,” he said.
“No matter what age you are there is always something for everyone.
“The variety of tracks to ride and the friends you make along the way.”
Corey has had quite a successful career so far, winning numerous national and international titles.
“I have won the National Championships twice in elite men category, as well as winning the Continental Championships also in elite men and masters categories,” he said.
The talented BMX rider is now gearing up for his upcoming competitions.
“I will probably race the Queensland Championships and National Championships later this year and then head back over to USA for a race called the Grands in December,” he said.
Corey has been racing for the Hinterland BMX Club for the last four years, and he says it’s his favourite club.
kirra@gcnews.com.au
