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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania debuts new team format at Benchmark International Arena
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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania is introducing a new competition format to Tampa that pairs eight monster trucks with eight freestyle motocross bikes on unified teams. The event, which features jumps reaching up to 40 feet, will take place at Benchmark International Arena from Friday through Sunday.
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The event brings a new entertainment format to the Tampa area, requiring the transport of 60 truckloads of dirt to the arena for track construction.
Key Facts
- Monster Jam Freestyle Mania is debuting a new team format in Tampa.
- The format pairs eight monster trucks with eight freestyle motocross bikes.
- The event is held at Benchmark International Arena.
- The event runs from Friday through Sunday.
- Crews hauled in 60 truckloads of dirt to build the track.
- Riders perform jumps reaching up to 40 feet in the air.
Who's Mentioned
other60“Number of truckloads of dirt used for the track.”locationBenchmark International Arena“The venue hosting the event.”locationTampa“The city where the event is held.”PersonRyan Albin“Production stage manager for the event.”other40“Height in feet of the jumps performed.”otherMonster Jam Freestyle Mania“The entertainment event being hosted.”