King of Dirt
Freestyle MTB at Malverns Classic · 26th to 29th August 2027 · Eastnor Deer Park
Big air, big tricks, big crowds
King of Dirt brings some of the best freestyle mountain bikers in the world to Malverns Classic. Riders launch off huge dirt jumps with flips, spins and trick combinations, all chasing the top step of the podium.
Whether you’ve followed freestyle MTB for years or you’re watching for the first time, it’s one of the most exciting things to see all weekend, right in front of the crowd.
Riders to watch
Matt Jones
Known for massive airtime and technical trick combinations. Multiple competition wins and a huge following for his video content.
Sam Hodgson
Fearless Isle of Wight freerider with bold tricks, huge jumps and a high energy style that crowds love.
Alfie Stephens
Smooth, controlled and precise. Alfie’s calculated but creative runs deliver top results time after time.
Freddy Pulman
Explosive energy and endless trick variety. Freddy finds unusual lines and links tricks in ways nobody expects.
Charlie Hart
A rising star with a fearless attitude and a fast growing bag of tricks. Expect big things.
Will Griffin
Technical, smooth and versatile. Will brings style and consistency to every run and is always a contender.
Don’t miss the action
Grab your festival ticket and be there when the riders drop in.