What time does the Bathurst 1000 start and how can I watch it in Australia?

Matt Shrivell

The Nightly

6 Min Read

09 Oct 2024

Last year’s winners Shane van Gisbergen (right) and co-driver Richie Stanaway of Red Bull Ampol Racing celebrate. Credit: The Nightly

Australia’s greatest motorsport event is ready to kick into gear as the V8 Supercar travelling roadshow rolls into town for the 2024 Bathurst 1000.

The race that has captivated a nation of fans for over half a century is revving up in anticipation of the 64th running and the annual clash between General Motors (Holden) and Ford.

Frantic high-speed action on the track is always met head-on by the furious support from red and blue fans on the hills surrounding the famous street track that snakes up and down Mount Panorama in picturesque Bathurst.

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Seven Network director of sport Chris Jones said: “As Australia’s Home of sport, we’re committed to delivering the best coverage, from every thrilling lap to the unforgettable moments that make Bathurst legendary.

“With the newly launched 7plus Sport, we’re not only bringing this historic race to more screens than ever but also attracting new audiences who can now experience the excitement of Bathurst anytime, anywhere.”

Seven’s 2024 Bathurst coverage on Friday will include Supercars practice and qualifying. Saturday’s coverage from Mount Panorama starts at 10am AEDT on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus, and will include Supercars practice and the Top 10 Shootout.

On Sunday, Seven’s broadcast kicks off with the Supercars warm-up at 7.30am AEDT, before the event everyone has been waiting for — the Repco Bathurst 1000 — roars onto screens from 10.30am AEDT.

7plus Sport features a dedicated motorsport hub for live and on-demand streaming of the Repco Bathurst 1000, along with race day highlights, Bathurst Throwbacks and archive footage, FAST channels, bonus content and exclusive features.

Some of the V8 teams were on hand to launch this year's event at Sydney Harbour. Credit: Channel 7.

Where and when can I watch the Bathurst 1000 coverage?

Channel 7’s coverage begins at 10am (AEDT) on Friday and continues daily until the podium celebration and post-race interview program on Sunday afternoon.

V8 Supercar fans will be able to access the event from all angles via the Channel 7 main channel plus 7mate and 7plus Sport for all the unmissable moments.

Seven’s motorsport executive producer Angela Rampal said: “Following a massive month of sport on Seven and 7plus Sport, we cannot wait to present the Bathurst 1000, which is without a doubt the biggest weekend on the Australian motorsport calendar.

“This year’s Supercars Championship is shaping up to be one of the most open and exciting of recent times, which makes choosing a winner for this year’s Bathurst 1000 near impossible. Will it be current leader Will Brown taking out his first-ever Bathurst title, or will we see his close competitor Chaz Mostert claim his third win on the mountain?

“Once again, Seven has lined up an incredible broadcast team to lead viewers through 26 hours of live and free coverage, including hosts Mark Beretta and Mel McLaughlin, alongside current driver Jack Perkins as he juggles his time behind the wheel and the ‘mic for our coverage,” she said.

The Channel 7 and 7plus TV broadcast times are as follows:

Friday, October 11

Bathurst 1000 Practice session

Sydney and Melbourne from 10am LIVE
Brisbane from 9am LIVE
Adelaide from 9.30am LIVE
Perth from 7am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 Practice/Supports

Sydney and Melbourne from 12pm LIVE
Brisbane from 11am LIVE
Adelaide from 11.30am LIVE
Perth from 9am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 Qualifying/Supports

Sydney and Melbourne from 2pm LIVE
Brisbane from 1pm LIVE
Adelaide from 1.30pm LIVE
Perth from 11am LIVE

Saturday, October 12

Bathurst 1000 Practice/Supports

Sydney and Melbourne from 10am LIVE
Brisbane from 9am LIVE
Adelaide from 9.30am LIVE
Perth from 7am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 Practice/Supports

Sydney and Melbourne from noon LIVE
Brisbane from 11am LIVE
Adelaide from 11.30am LIVE
Perth from 9am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 – Top 10 Shootout

Sydney and Melbourne from 4.30pm LIVE
Brisbane from 3.30pm LIVE
Adelaide from 4pm LIVE
Perth from 1.30pm LIVE

Sunday October 13

Bathurst 1000 – Top 10 Shootout Encore from 1am national

Bathurst 1000 Supports/Warm Up

Sydney and Melbourne from 7.30am LIVE
Brisbane from 6.30am LIVE
Adelaide from 7am LIVE
Perth from 4.30am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 – Race

Sydney and Melbourne from 10am LIVE
Brisbane from 9am LIVE
Adelaide from 9.30am LIVE
Perth from 7am LIVE

Bathurst 1000 Channel 7 commentary team

Leading Seven’s coverage for the 2024 Bathurst 1000 will be 7SPORT’s Mel McLaughlin, alongside veteran motorsport expert and Sunrise sport presenter, Mark Beretta, who will broadcast live from Mount Panorama across the three action-packed days.

Joining them is Supercars co-driver and 7Motorsport host, Jack Perkins, who will provide expert insights when away from the wheel. Rally champion Molly Taylor will also lend her expertise throughout the event.

Fan favourite Emma Freedman will capture the excitement and atmosphere from the mountain and campgrounds, while reporter Chris Stubbs will deliver all the biggest stories live at the heart of the action.

Supercars icons Mark Skaife and Neil Crompton will lead the commentary of the Supercars premier event, with Molly Taylor, Mark Larkham, Chad Neylon and Riana Crehan reporting from pit lane.

In a bonus for Supercars fans, leading motorsport journalist Aaron Noonan will also join Seven’s coverage with historical statistics and insights to complement the race broadcast.

Richie Stanaway and Shane van Gisbergen. — The race is one of the most gruelling in world motorsport. Credit: AAP

Bathurst 1000 - The Race

Laps: 161
The track: 6.213km
Average speed: 178km/h
Top speed: 300km/h

Bathurst 1000 - The Teams

Red Bull Ampol Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Will Brown/Scott Pye

Broc Feeney/Jamie Whincup

Monster Castrol Racing – Ford Mustang

Cam Waters/James Moffat

Thomas Randle/Tyler Everingham

Mobil1 Optus Racing – Ford Mustang

Chaz Mostert/Lee Holdsworth

Ryan Wood/Fabian Coulthard

Penrite Racing – Ford Mustang

Matthew Payne/Garth Tander

Richie Stanaway/Dale Wood

Shell V-Power Racing Team – Ford Mustang

Will Davison/Kai Allen

Anton De Pasquale/Tony D’Alberto

Matt Stone Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Nick Percat/Dylan O’Keeffe

Cameron Hill/Cameron Crick

DEWALT Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Mark Winterbottom/Michael Caruso

David Reynolds/Warren Luff

Erebus Motorsport – Chevrolet Camaro

Brodie Kostecki/Todd Hazelwood

Jack Le Brocq/Jayden Ojeda

PremiAir Nulon Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Tim Slade/Cameron McLeod

James Golding/David Russell

R&J Batteries Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Andre Heimgartner/Declan Fraser

Bryce Fullwood/Jaylyn Robotham

Pizza Hut Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Macauley Jones/Jordan Boys

SCT Motorsport – Chevrolet Camaro

Jaxon Evans/Dean Fiore

CoolDrive Racing – Ford Mustang

Aaron Love/Aaron Cameron

Snowy River Racing – Ford Mustang

James Courtney/Jack Perkins

Supercheap Auto Racing – Chevrolet Camaro

Craig Lowndes/Cooper Murray

Matt Chahda Motorsport – Chevrolet Camaro

Matt Chahda/Brad Vaughan

2024 V8 Supercar Top 10 Standings (pre-Bathurst weekend)

Will Brown (Red Bull Ampol Racing/Chevrolet Camaro) - 2280
Chaz Mostert (Mobil1 Optus Racing/Ford Mustang) - 2091
Broc Feeney (Red Bull Ampol Racing/Chevrolet Camaro) - 2058
Cam Waters (Monster Castrol Racing/Ford Mustang) - 1834
Matthew Payne (Penrite Racing/Ford Mustang) - 1659
James Golding (PremiAir Nulon Racing/Chevrolet Camaro) - 1514
Nick Percat (Bendix Racing/Chevrolet Camaro) - 1440
Thomas Randle (Monster Castrol Racing/Ford Mustang) - 1399
Will Davison (Shell V-Power Racing/Ford Mustang) - 1392
Anton De Pasquale (Shell V-Power Racing/Ford Mustang) - 1339

What will the weather be like for the Bathurst 1000?

The weather for the Bathurst 1000 on Sunday is predicted to be perfect for racing and the race is likely to proceed without the threat of any dreaded rain squalls.

Bathurst is set for a sunny Sunday, with tops around 24 degrees. Winds 19 km/h and only 47 per cent humidity should give the drivers every chance to be at the optimum during the gruelling race.

Broc Feeney. — Red Bull racing will be one of the strong favourites again this year. Credit: AAP

Bathurst 1000 — Safety first for over 200,000 fans

Police are urging motorists heading to this weekend’s race meeting at Bathurst’s iconic Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, to plan ahead and drive safely.

With more than 200,000 visitors expected at the Bathurst 1000, a high-visibility policing operation will be running involving general duties and specialist police targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, mobile phone use and seat-belt offences.

“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility and motorists should avoid putting themselves and other road users at risk,” Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland said.

“Dangerous or irresponsible behaviour by drivers will not be tolerated and people should do everything they can to ensure the safety of themselves and those around them.

“There will be thousands of extra vehicles on the road to Bathurst and – as it coincides with the end of the NSW school holidays – I urge extra caution on Western roads.”