CHALLENGE Bathurst is marking a special milestone this November within a week of activities at Mount Panorama.
This year’s event is the 10th running of Challenge Bathurst, part of an eight-day motorsport celebration at Mount Panorama.
More than 450 competitors have entered for the grassroots motorsport festival that continues to be one of the most in-demand opportunities for competitors, car enthusiasts and everyday drivers to experience the world-famous track.
A wide array of cars hit the track for the event each year, from road-going daily drives to former V8 Supercars, GT3 machinery and everything in between.
Entry slots still remain open for Challenge Bathurst here via the event’s website.
“While it may not carry the profile of the Bathurst 1000 or Bathurst 12 Hour, Challenge Bathurst stands out for its inclusivity,” says event organiser Greg Evans.
“It’s about giving anyone the chance to live their dream of driving at Mount Panorama.
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“Our tagline ‘Conquer the Mountain’ is more than just words — it’s an invitation to feel the thrill of this world-renowned track.”
Two-time Bathurst 1000 and Bathurst 12 Hour winner John Bowe is event ambassador for the event’s 10th running and will launch a new coaching program for participants.
“This event is an opportunity to drive on Mount Panorama, it’s iconic around the world, not just in Australia,” he says.
“You see all sorts and cars at Challenge – fast, slow and in between. I’m looking forward to sharing my experience, assisting new drivers in particular, so they have an exciting, memorable and safe experience.”
Challenge Bathurst will be held over four days featuring two formats.
A field of GT cars and Porsches heads down Conrod Straight as part of Challenge Bathurst. Photo: Supplied.
Supersprint runs on November 20 and 21 where 150 drivers push for their fastest times across seven sessions joined by 50 first-time Regularity entrants debuting at the Mountain.
Regularity runs on November 23 and 24 with 250 competitors chasing consistency over six on-track sessions where precision is placed ahead of outright speed.
The Fastrack V8 Race Experience’s V8 Mustangs and Holdens will run on November 24 and 25, including free laps for 60 Challenge Bathurst officials, while Driving Solutions Track Days on November 26-27 sees 100 performance road and track car drivers finish off the week.
A total of 1000 drivers and 350 passengers are expected to take to the track across the eight-day period.
