GT1 RACE CLUB TO MAKE ITS AUSTRALIAN DEBUT AT THE 2026 bp ADELAIDE GRAND FINAL

The GT1 Sports Club, developed by Curbstone in collaboration with SRO Motorsports Group, will stage the maiden Australian event of GT1 Race Club presented by GG Classic Cars at the 2026 bp Adelaide Grand Final.

Bringing together the world’s most exceptional track-focused hypercars, GT1 Race Club will introduce a competitive race format unlike anything previously seen in Australia, showcasing an exclusive collection of ultra-high-performance machines on the iconic Adelaide Street Circuit.

First revealed during the bp Adelaide Grand Final Event Launch alongside the Pagani Huayra R Evo Roadster, the new category will feature an extraordinary line-up of modern track-only hypercars from some of the world’s most prestigious manufacturers, including Pagani, Bugatti, Ferrari and others to be announced.

GT1 Sports Club is an international platform dedicated to owners of the world’s most exclusive track-focused hypercars. Developed by Curbstone in collaboration with SRO Motorsports Group, the platform has been created to provide owners with professionally managed driving experiences at some of the world’s most prestigious circuits. Within this framework, GT1 Race Club delivers a competitive racing environment where these extraordinary machines can be driven as they were engineered to perform.

The first group of cars confirmed for the GT1 Sports Club are the Pagani Huayra R Evo Roadster, Pagani Zonda R, Pagani Huayra R, Bugatti Bolide, Ferrari FXX, Ferrari 599XX, Ferrari FXX-K EVO and Brabham BT62. The other hypercars competing in the category in addition to drivers will be announced in the coming weeks.

For spectators, GT1 Race Club offers a rare opportunity to experience these extraordinary machines at speed on one of the world’s most iconic temporary street circuits—an experience that extends far beyond a static display.

GT1 Race Club will compete as part of the event programme, with further details regarding the sporting format, participating manufacturers, eligible vehicles and entries to be announced in the lead-up to the 2026 bp Adelaide Grand Final.

Access to see GT1 Race Club on track at the 2026 bp Adelaide Grand Final is included in all event tickets available at ticketmaster.com.au/adelaidegrandfinal.

Ben McMellan, CEO, SRO Motorsport Australia, said:
“GT1 Race Club represents an exciting evolution for high-performance motorsport experiences. Bringing this category to Australia allows local fans to witness some of the world’s most remarkable track hypercars in an environment that showcases exactly what they were engineered to do.

“The bp Adelaide Grand Final provides an outstanding stage for this debut, and we are delighted to work alongside Curbstone in introducing GT1 Race Club to Australian audiences.”

Ludovic Colman, General Manager, Curbstone Events, said:
“GT1 Sports Club was created to unite owners of the world’s most exceptional track-focused hypercars in an environment worthy of the cars they own—professionally managed, internationally recognised and centred on unforgettable driving experiences.

“Adelaide is the perfect stage for the Australian debut of GT1 Race Club. Together with the bp Adelaide Grand Final and SRO Motorsport Australia, we are bringing these extraordinary machines from private collections onto one of the world’s greatest street circuits, creating a unique experience for both participants and spectators.

“We look forward to welcoming an exceptional collection of cars and owners to Australia for what promises to be a landmark moment for GT1 Sports Club and GT1 Race Club.”

Shaun Bennetts, Event Director, bp Adelaide Grand Final, said:
“The introduction of GT1 Race Club adds another exciting dimension to the 2026 bp Adelaide Grand Final. These are some of the most exclusive performance cars ever created, and seeing them compete on the Adelaide Street Circuit will be a truly special experience for Australian motorsport fans.”

The 2025 bp Adelaide Grand Final attracted more than 285,000 spectators, cementing the Supercars championship-deciding event as one of Australia’s premier sporting events.

The 2026 bp Adelaide Grand Final takes place from 26–29 November. For more information, please visit www.adelaidegrandfinal.com.au.