Nickname: Wombat
Team name: Alpine Motorcycles
Race number: 79
Date of birth: 20/10/2003
Hometown/state: Bittern, Victoria
ProMX class: MX1
ProMX debut: 2021
Career highlight: Seventh-place overall in the Hattah Desert Race; competing at the MXGP of Australia, 2025
Make and model of 2026 motorcycle: Yamaha YZ450F
Sponsors: BLS Suspension, Colour Change Painting, WBR Motorcycles, Alpinestars, Motul, Pirelli, Zeta, Prime Designs, Hackett Contracting
First motorcycle: Kawasaki KDX50
Sporting hero: Jeffrey Herlings
Describe yourself: Jacob is hard-working, passionate and resilient
Hobbies outside of racing: Staying active, attend events and spend time with family and friends
Race preparation: Cycle, run, rowing machine and overall weight/strength training
Social media handle: Instagram: @jacob_sweet_79