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Bathurst 12 Hour – Schedule, viewing options, entry lists & more
A notable fact about the event is that out of 35 entrants, 31 are GT3 cars, which marks a very strong and competitive field in recent memory. Mercedes-AMG leads with 10 cars, the largest manufacturer presence, while Porsche fields five entries and brings back Earl Bamber Motorsport with a liveried design reminiscent of its 2019 victory. Ford contributes a single Mustang run by Haupt Racing Team, yet its lineup—Broc Feeney, Christopher Mies, and Dennis Olsen—poses a formidable challenge. Corvette enters two cars, one in Pro and one in Pro-Am, both managed by Johor Motorsports Racing.
Bathurst 12 Hour classes explained
The event uses a multi-class structure. Class A comprises the GT3 cars and is subdivided by driver ratings into Pro, Pro-Am, Silver, and Bronze categories. Class B is reserved for Porsche Carrera Cup machines, while Class C includes FIA GT4 homologated cars. An Invitational Cup, Class I, accommodates vehicles that don’t fit the standard classes, such as IRC GT and GT2 cars.
GT3 driver categorisation explained
Within Class A, GT3 entries are sorted into Pro, Pro-Am, Silver, and Bronze groups:
- Pro (PRO): Three drivers with no restrictions on driver categorisation.
- Pro-Am (PAM): Three drivers, including at least one Platinum, Gold, or Silver driver and two Bronze drivers; or four drivers arranged similarly with a Platinum/Gold/Silver/Bronze as the fourth.
- Silver Cup (SIL): Three or four drivers, all classified as Silver or Bronze.
- Bronze (BRO): Three drivers with one Platinum or Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze; or four drivers with the fourth being Silver or Bronze.
How to watch Bathurst 12 Hour in Australia
Australia does not offer free-to-air coverage for this event. Foxtel holds exclusive rights, with broadcasts on Fox Sports and streaming via Kayo. This year’s race will mark the event’s first 4K broadcast, delivering 16 hours of coverage across Saturday and Sunday.
How to watch Bathurst 12 Hour in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sport will televise the Bathurst 12 Hour, alongside streaming options Sky Go and Sky Sport Now.
Bathurst 12 Hour weather forecast (BOM)
- Friday: Partly cloudy, high 25°C, low 13°C, 5% precipitation chance, UV Extreme.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high 25°C, low 14°C, 30% precipitation (0–1 mm), UV Extreme.
- Sunday: Cloudy, high 25°C, low 14°C, 30% precipitation (0–1 mm), UV Extreme.
Bathurst 12 Hour schedule overview
The schedule spans Friday through Sunday with practice, qualifying, support races, and the main event. Highlights include multiple practice sessions, two qualifying blocks, and an allocation of pit lane walks and autograph sessions. Note that the circuit closes at specific times each day, and the main race runs on Sunday with a designated end time and podium procedures.
Bathurst 12 Hour entry list highlights
- 2 Johor Motorsports Racing: Corvette Z06 GT3.R Pro, drivers Sims, Catsburg, Bamber.
- 6 Mercedes-AMG Team Tigani Motorsport: AMG GT3 EVO Pro, drivers Ojeda, Schiller, Ellis.
- 27 Heart of Racing by SPS: AMG GT3 EVO Bronze, drivers James, Alcide, Barrichello, De Angelis.
- 32 Team WRT: BMW M4 GT3 EVO Pro, drivers Pepper, Van Der Linde, Weerts.
- 75 Express (Mercedes-AMG): AMG GT3 EVO Pro, drivers Habul, Stolz, Gounon.
- 888 Mercedes-AMG Team GMR: AMG GT3 EVO Pro, drivers Engel, Grenier, Martin.
- 911 Absolute Racing: Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) Pro, drivers Campbell, Picariello, Buus.
Ferrari Challenge Australasia entry list highlights
- Vehicles include various Ferrari 296 Challenge models across Trofeo Pirelli and Coppa Shell categories, fielded by Zagame Autosport, MC Corsa, and Zagame Autosport teams.
Combined Sportscars & Sedans entry list highlights
Entries span diverse makes and models including Pace/IRC GT SS, Porsche 911.1 GT3 Cup, Ford Mustang, BMW E36, Honda Civic, and more, illustrating a broad and eclectic field beyond GT3.
Mandatory drive time rules
Drivers rated Platinum, Gold, or Silver may drive a maximum of 150 consecutive minutes, while Bronze and non-classified drivers are limited to 120 minutes. Driving time is tracked from a driver change via the pit exit timing line to the next driver change or race end, with penalties for min/max violations and potential disqualification for repeated infringements.
2025 Bathurst 12 Hour winner
Team WRT clinched the 2025 Bathurst 12 Hour, with Augusto Farfus, Kelvin van der Linde, and Sheldon van der Linde aboard the #32 BMW M4.
Why this matters
This race draws one of the strongest GT3 grids of recent years, with high-profile manufacturer battles and a multi-class format that adds strategic depth, making it essential for teams, sponsors, and fans alike. Do you think the balance of performance and driver talent will shift this year, or will a veteran lineup secure another win for Team WRT? Share your thoughts below.
