Race Of Champions. March 7 And 8, 2025. Live And Exclusive To Channel 10 And 10 Play.
No excuses. No advantages. No place to hide. Get ready for one of the most thrilling motorsport events of 2025 and it’s coming to Channel 10 and 10 Play.
For the first time in Australia, Race Of Champions will bring together some of the world’s greatest drivers for an epic head-to-head showdown to determine who is the fastest of them all. Over one electrifying weekend in March, catch all the action on Channel 10 as the fiercest competitors from Formula 1, Supercars, World Rally Championship, Le Mans, IndyCar, and more go wheel to wheel in this ultimate test of skill and speed.
On March 7 and 8, Accor Stadium will be turned into a spectacular one kilometre asphalt race track where the world’s finest drivers from all the disciplines will be set free to battle on the very same track in the very same car.
Catch the likes of Finnish Formula 1 ace and adopted Aussie Valtteri Bottas, Four-time Formula 1 World Champion and one of motorsport’s all-time greats Sebastian Vettel, Nine-time FIA World Rally Champion Sébastien Loeb, seven-time Supercar Champion Jamie Whincup, Eleven-time X-Games Gold medalist and daredevil Travis Pastrana,Extreme E Champion Molly Taylor, and F2 and F3 Champion and Mercedes Formula 1 Reserve driver Mick Schumacher as they go head-to-head in the ultimate showdown.
Unlike any other sport, motorsport is full of debates. Who is the true champion – the F1 legend, the rally hero, the endurance ace, or the IndyCar king? The Race Of Champions answers that burning question once and for all. By bringing together the very best drivers from every major motorsport discipline, the event levels the playing field, with all competitors racing in the exact same cars. There’s no blaming the machinery because everyone gets the same kit. Put simply, the best driver will win Champion of Champions.
Fredrik Johnsson, Race Of Champions President and Co-Founder, said: “We are delighted to have reached an agreement with Network 10 to broadcast the first ever Race Of Champions World Final in Australia. We had discussions with all the main broadcasters in Australia, but decided to accept Network 10’s offer, including over six hours of live free-to-air national coverage, ensuring we reach the largest possible audience for this historic event.”
Geoff Jones, TEG Group CEO, said: “We are thrilled to bring the Race Of Champions to Australian audiences through Network 10. This high-octane Event is a celebration of motorsport excellence, and we are excited to offer fans across the country the chance to witness World-class drivers competing in an electrifying format. It is a must-watch spectacle, and for those who cannot be trackside, you can enjoy all the action live from the comfort of home.”
Adam Cush, Director of Sport Production, Paramount Australia, said: “Race Of Champions is a landmark event that showcases the true spirit of motorsport, where skill, versatility, and sheer speed are put to the ultimate test. It’s a rare opportunity to witness some of the greatest drivers from around the world battle head-to-head, and we can’t wait for fans to experience the intensity and excitement of this historic competition live and exclusive on Channel 10 and 10 Play.”
“We are committed to delivering thrilling, high-impact live events that showcase the very best in global motorsport, and with Channel 10 also broadcasting the F1 Australian Grand Prix just a week later, it’s a fantastic start to an exhilarating year of motorsport action for Australian audiences.”
Two thrilling days of racing kicks off with the ROC Nations Cup on Friday 7 March, when teams of two drivers compete for the title of ‘World’s Fastest Nation’, followed by the individual Race Of Champions World Final on Saturday, March 8, when it’s each person for themselves in the fight for the ‘Champion of Champions’ title.
The action starts with a group stage, where fans will be treated to plenty of electrifying races as the drivers face off against each other. They’ll swap cars between heats, testing their adaptability and proving they can master a variety of vehicles. Only the most successful racers will advance to the quarter-finals, where the real drama begins. From there, it’s a no-holds-barred knockout competition, building to the most heart-pounding semi-finals and Grand Final you’ll ever see. The intensity only ramps up in this best-of-three shootout where one driver will emerge victorious.
With no sponsors to please and no obligations to their teams, these drivers will push themselves to the absolute limit, racing everything from tin-top cars to buggies, all for the thrill of competing in one of the most exciting events in the world. Add in the fiery pride of representing their countries in the ROC Nations Cup, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
With tension building all the way to the Grand Final, the Race Of Champions promises an unforgettable weekend of motorsport action.
Race Of Champions.
March 7 And 8, 2025.
Live And Exclusive To Channel 10 And 10 Play.
