When does the Bathurst 1000 in 2025 start?
The flagship Bathurst 1000 gets underway on race day with a precise start time of 10:45am AEDT. For viewers tuning in from different parts of Australia, here are the local start times you’ll see on the clock:
- Northern Territory: 9:15am
- Queensland: 9:45am
- South Australia: 10:15am
- New South Wales: 10:45am
- ACT: 10:45am
- Victoria: 10:45am
- Tasmania: 10:45am
- Western Australia: 7:45am
The Mount Panorama circuit in Bathurst is famous for its dramatic elevation changes and technical sections, and the 2025 event is set to deliver another memorable endurance showdown.
Where can I watch the Bathurst 1000 in 2025?
Australian fans have multiple options to catch all the action on race day. Foxtel and Kayo will carry extensive coverage of the Bathurst 1000, ensuring in-depth sessions, practice, and the main race. Channel Seven will also broadcast the race, offering free-to-air viewing for those with access to Seven. For real-time updates, ABC Sport provides a live blog starting from 9:00am AEDT, so you won’t miss developing race-day developments even if you’re away from a TV.
What’s the weather outlook for Bathurst 2025?
Forecasts point to a mixed day with a rainy potential. The Bureau of Meteorology notes a mostly sunny morning, but a very high chance of showers developing in the afternoon and early evening. Expect a 95% likelihood of rain during the race window, with rainfall estimates between 2mm and 10mm. Temperatures are projected to range from 19°C to 27°C, creating variable grip and strategy considerations for teams as the race unfolds on Mount Panorama.
Race format and track facts
The Bathurst 1000 is a 161-lap endurance contest totaling about 1,000.29 kilometers on the Mount Panorama circuit, which measures 6.213km per lap. The track features notable elevations (a 174-meter rise from the pit straight to the top) and the Conan Straight is among the circuit’s fastest segments. The competition is typically decided by both pace and reliability over the 1,000-kilometer grind.
Last year’s winner and history
In 2024, Brodie Kostecki and Todd Hazelwood celebrated a breakthrough Bathurst 1000 victory for Erebus Motorsport in a blistering 5 hours, 58 minutes, and 3 seconds — the fastest Bathurst on record at under six hours. The pair’s Chevrolet Camaro Mark 6 posted an average speed just over 163.5 km/h, aided by a single safety-car period that kept the field tightly bunched.
Looking back over recent editions, Chevrolet and Holden have been strong performers, with van Gisbergen securing multiple wins in the early 2020s and Ford claiming a lone win in 2019. Pole position has historically been a strong predictor at Bathurst, though not a guarantee for victory in this endurance classic.
Current title picture heading to Bathurst 2025
As the 2025 season marches toward Bathurst, Broc Feeney leads the Supercars Championship for Red Bull Ampol Racing, carrying a dominant tally of wins and poles. He’s partnered with Jamie Whincup for the Mount Panorama challenge. In pursuit, Matthew Payne and Will Brown sit among the contenders, with others like Cam Waters and a strong Castrol Ford lineup aiming to disrupt the top of the standings. It’s a field where experience and speed collide on Australia’s most iconic stage.
What to expect on race day
Expect a competitive race with the potential for changing weather conditions to shape strategy and pit window choices. The top runners historically finish within a tight pack, and this edition promises another high-drama finish on the mountain. Whether you’re watching live on TV, streaming, or following the ABC Sport blog for minute-by-minute updates, Bathurst 2025 is set to deliver a quintessential Australian motorsport spectacle.
