BRISBANE, QLD
Today, August 21, 2026, the Australian speedway community unites to wish solo rider Jacob Hook a massive Happy 24th Birthday as he flies the flag on the international speedway circuit.
Long before he was lining up at the tapes in front of packed grandstands in the UK, Hook was cutting his teeth on the red dirt at Mick Doohan Raceway in North Brisbane. Rising through the grassroots ranks on 500cc brakeless machinery, his journey from local track day enthusiast to international competitor is built on pure dedication.
A Mate First, A Racer Second
In a sport known for fierce competition, Jacob has built a reputation that goes far beyond his speed out of the gate. Ask anyone who has shared a pit bay with him from Brisbane to Great Britain, and they’ll tell you the same thing: Jacob is the first bloke to jump in and grab a spanner if someone is struggling with their bike.
Whether it's helping a fellow Aussie adjust a clutch, troubleshooting carb issues between heats or mentoring younger riders coming through the ranks, Hook embodies the true mate-ship and community ethos that keeps grassroots motorsport alive.
Blazing a Trail with the Scunthorpe Scorpions
Hook’s 24th birthday comes during an exciting momentum push in his career. After earning his stripes across British speedway with clubs like Edinburgh, Berwick and Workington, the Queenslander was snapped up by the Scunthorpe Scorpions in the British Championship to bolster their 2026 title campaign.
Pairing up trackside with fellow Australian talent like Scorpions skipper Josh Pickering, Hook’s raw speed, aggressive cornering and work ethic in the pits have made him a crowd favourite overseas.
Driven by Dedicated Support
Taking on international speedway requires immense sacrifice. Hook’s campaign overseas is powered by a loyal network of sponsors, workplace supporters like RTR PRO Aussie and family who believe in his trajectory toward speedway's top tier.
Official Team & Partner Backers:
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Featured Athlete: Jacob Hook (@jacob.hook89 / Jacob Hook Racing)
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Grassroots Home Track: Mick Doohan Raceway (Brisbane, QLD)
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Current UK Club: Scunthorpe Scorpions (British Championship)
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Major Supporters: The Landscaping Yard & Hardware 7 Days, Accurate Road Profiling Services, Cab Direct, Hart Race Engines, Aquaholic, Intuitive Training, Shoei, Brisvegas, RTR PRO Aussie and JHR.
At Nomad Dirt Culture, we salute Jacob Hook for taking on the world’s toughest speedway circuits with high-rpm grit, grid mateship and a trademark smile. Happy 24th Birthday, Jacob!
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