Motorcycling Australia has appointed Chloe Whittle and Ella Peacock to share the critically important team management role at the 2026 FIM Trial des Nations (TdN) in Spain on September 26-27.
After a thorough application process, Chloe and Ella were selected to succeed the late Philip Whittle, who was the Australian team manager from 2011-2025.
Both women bring wide-ranging experience in stakeholder communication, logistics, planning, administration and event operations into the team management role, as well as an acute understanding of the demands and challenges placed on riders at the elite competition level.
The pair has attended the TdN in the past, providing an even sharper focus on the preparation required for riders to represent Australia with pride and distinction at the prestigious teams’ event.
Chloe Whittle
“I’m so excited to have been given the opportunity to work with Ella this year. The TdN has been a constant presence in my life over the last 15 years and I was lucky enough to spectate at the Czech Republic event in 2018.
“It is such an incredible event to be a part of and I’m hoping we will be able to continue the legacy of successful Australian men’s and women’s campaigns and make this year a really special one.”
Ella Peacock
“I’m incredibly grateful to have been selected by Motorcycling Australia as Australian TdN team manager alongside Chloe. This sport has given me a lot over the years, so being trusted with the opportunity to help lead and support our riders on the world stage is very humbling.
“We have big shoes to fill, but I’m excited to get to work with Chloe and get after it as a team.”
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The rider application process for the 2026 FIM Trial des Nations will begin shortly, with Motorcycling Australia to again field men’s and women’s teams in the annual event.
Team Australia will again gather for a pre-event training camp in Spain before heading to Arteixo in the north-western part of the country for the TdN – an area known for its challenging terrain and unpredictable weather. Arteixo has previously hosted Spanish and world championship events.