Introduction:
Well, we are off to the Top End for the next round of the Repco Supercars. Following on from the successful weekend in Perth the team is looking to build momentum and gather maximum points at the Hidden Valley Raceway in Darwin.
The weekend will be another exciting instalment of V8 Supercar action. The racing will be high speed and competitive which will provide our fans with some exciting viewing. Additionally, we will have the privilege of experience the warmth that the Top-End dry season offers. The track has high grip and will obviously be warm so those who manage their car set-up the best will most likely fill the podium.
Over the course of the weekend, you can watch all the racing live on Channel 7, Foxtel and Kayo.
What to expect from Hidden Valley Raceway
Famous for electrifying speeds and record-breaking lap times Hidden Valley is one of the most popular racetracks in Australia.
Located within the larger Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, the 2.87 km Hidden Valley Raceway circuit features 14 exhilarating corners and a 1.1km straight, designed to hit max speed in minimum time.
As well as exhilarating Supercar V8 action on the circuit, motor racing enthusiasts can come down to Hidden Valley to enjoy the 1km drag racing track, speedway circuits, motocross tracks and even a go-karting circuit!
The highlight of the Hidden Valley Calendar is the annual Repco Supercar Round which is on this weekend to align with the ‘Dry Season’. The circuit is renowned for unexpected results, with many upsets and exhilarating wins ensuring that every meet will have you on your toes.
What does our Team Manager think:
Team Manager, Matty Roberts has provided his thoughts about the upcoming weekend:
“The team has come away from Perth with great car speed and carried this pace and form into the recent test day at Winton last week.
We have run through some more set up tools to re-affirm that the changes we have made have improved our performance. We now, look forward to carrying that car speed and momentum into this weekend’s Darwin Triple Crown.
The team is focused on coming away with maximum Team points to put us in a strong position for the upcoming rounds.”
What do our drivers think:
