Bathurst 12 Hour: Strong Grid Set for 2026 Edition
The 2026 Bathurst 12 Hour is poised for an impressive display with a full grid of 35 cars, the largest entry since 2020. This year’s lineup features 15 entries in the Pro class, complemented by 20 additional entries across Pro-Am, Silver, Bronze, GT4, and Invitational categories.
Pro-Am Highlights
The Pro-Am class showcases a diverse field with entries from four different manufacturers. Notable teams include:
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Volante Rosso Motorsport: Fielding the #14 Aston Martin with drivers Bryce Fullwood, Damien Hamilton, Andres Pato, and Maxime Robin. Fullwood, a recent Australian Supercars competitor, pairs with Hamilton, while Robin makes his Bathurst debut.
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Geyer Valmont Racing/Tigani Motorsport: The #44 Mercedes features duo Sergio Pires and Marcel Zalloua, alongside Brendon Leitch and Scott Andrews.
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JMR Johor Motorsports: The #99 Chevrolet lineup includes Princes Jefri and Abu Bakar Ibrahim, along with Jordan Love and Ben Green.
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Team BRM: The #268 Audi R8 team consists of Mark Rosser, Steve Brooks, Alex Peroni, and James Golding, all regulars in the GTWC Australia series.
Silver and Bronze Insights
In the Silver class, the competition includes:
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#15 Volante Rosso Motorsport McLaren: Featuring young talents Rylan Gray, Marcos Flack, Bayley Hall, and McLaren junior Jean-Baptiste Simmenauer.
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#45 RAM Motorsports/GWR Australia Mercedes-AMG: Comprised of Brett Hobson, Garth Walden, and Gold-rated driver Dylan O’Keeffe.
The Bronze class boasts 10 entries, including:
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The Heart of Racing by SPS: Defending champions return with Ian James, Roman De Angelis, and Eduardo Barrichello aiming for a repeat victory.
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Team KRC: Features drivers Ruan Cunfan, Maxime Oosten, and Gold-rated Max Hesse, highlighting strong international representation.
Additional entrants include Herberth Motorsport and multiple Australian teams, rounding out this competitive field.
GT4 and Invitational Classes
The GT4 category sees Method Motorsport’s #42 McLaren Artura facing off against Team NZ’s #7 Aston Martin Vantage GT4, both bolstered by experienced international drivers.
In the Invitational class, the #50 KTM Vantage Racing and the 111 Racing IRC GT will add excitement, with teams aiming for strong performances on the challenging Mount Panorama circuit.
This year’s Bathurst 12 Hour promises to deliver high-stakes competition and compelling narratives across a deep and varied field. With a strong mix of local talent and international stars, teams are gearing up for what is expected to be a memorable endurance race.
