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Ferrari Challenge joins Bathurst 6 Hour program
THE HI-TEC Oils Bathurst 6 Hour will feature on the calendar for the 2027 Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Australasia, the third season since its debut in 2025.
It marks the first time that Mount Panorama’s Easter Enduro event will feature on the Ferrari program, the one-make category set to bring the prestige and iconic nature of the Prancing Horse to the Mountain next Easter.
Since it was formed in 2025, the youngest member of the global Ferrari Challenge family has grown in stature and presence, earning its place alongside Ferrari’s long-standing championships in Europe, North America, Japan and the UK.
Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Australasia remains true to the brand’s racing philosophy by uniting Ferrari gentleman drivers, passionate enthusiasts and emerging talents in an exclusive environment where competition, precision and camaraderie come together.
Alongside the trip to Bathurst, the 2027 season will once again feature five rounds across some of Australia’s most iconic and technically demanding circuits, each selected for its character, challenge and connection to Ferrari’s racing DNA.
The season will begin at Phillip Island, on 27-28 February, where the opening round will feature as the headline act of Ferrari Festival.
Now an annual tradition, Ferrari Festival will mark the official start of the racing year, bringing together clients and fans for a weekend of track activity, paddock engagement and the first competitive sessions of the new season.
That will be followed by the visit to Bathurst on 26-28 March, one of the world’s most revered circuits. Its dramatic elevation changes and high-speed sections offer a unique challenge that rewards bravery, precision and race craft.
The mid-season event takes place at The Bend Motorsport Park, on 7-9 May, a modern, technically complex circuit that demands accuracy and endurance from drivers and teams alike.
The fourth round at Queensland Raceway, on 12-13 June, should once again deliver fast, flowing racing and close battles. Finally, the season concludes at Sydney Motorsport Park, on 11-12 September, where the circuit’s mix of technical corners and high-speed sections provides a fitting finale to another year of Ferrari Challenge competition.
For 2027, Ferrari Australasia also introduces a strengthened, national dealer-supported team structure, reflecting the organisation seen in other Ferrari Challenge regions.
Drivers will now be supported by dedicated dealer-aligned race teams in every Australian state where Ferrari operates, ensuring consistent technical expertise, coaching and preparation across the championship.
The dealer teams for 2027 include: Ferrari Sydney, supported by MC Corsa; Ferrari Richmond (Melbourne) and Ferrari Adelaide, supported by Zagame Autosport; Ferrari Brisbane, supported by Method Motorsport and Barbagallo Ferrari (Perth), supported by Arise Racing GT.
This expanded network ensures that drivers from New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia have access to professional racing support and a direct pathway into Ferrari Challenge, mirroring the regional team ecosystems established in Europe, North America, Japan and the UK.
Since its introduction, the Australasia series has showcased the essence of Ferrari racing with elegance, performance and passion. Each event blends exhilarating on-track competition with the unmistakable lifestyle and hospitality experiences that characterise the world of Ferrari.
Any drivers interested in taking part in the 2027 season of Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Australasia are welcomed to contact an Official Ferrari Dealer for more information.
Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Australasia – 2027 Calendar
– Phillip Island: 27th – 28th of February
– Bathurst: 26th – 28th of March
– The Bend Motorsport Park: 7th – 9th of May
– Queensland Raceway: 12th – 13th of June
– Sydney Motorsport Park: 11th – 12th of Septembe