SHANNONS NATIONALS ANNOUNCE 2018 SCHEDULE

Shannons Nationals announce 2018 schedule – Photo: Rhys Vandersyde

The Shannons Nationals have announced their all-new six round 2018 schedule that will see them make history as the first national level event to be held at the brand new The Bend Motorsport Park in South Australia.

Following the season opener in South Australia at Tailem Bend, the Nationals will then travel to Victoria, visiting Sandown and Phillip Island, before heading north to Queensland Raceway in June.

Competitors will then race at Winton in early September before the final round at Sydney Motorsport Park.

“Next year is shaping up to be one of the best seasons of Shannons Nationals racing,” said Michael Smith, Shannons Nationals Director.

“Shannons Nationals is going from strength to strength and we’re excited about what lies ahead at circuits around Australia from the world class, newly constructed Tailem Bend to old favourites like Phillip Island and Sydney Motorsport Park.

“We’ll also be returning to Sandown, Winton and Queensland Raceway next season and we’re anticipating plenty of action across a range of different categories.

“The future is bright for the CAMS national championships and series racing at Shannons Nationals’ rounds.”

Shannons Insurance will also return as the primary backer of the Shannons Nationals, marking more than a decade of support.

“We’re thrilled to continue to to back such an important event on the national motor sport calendar,” Shannons Insurance National Sales Manager Paul Gates said.

“The Shannons Nationals are well supported and each and every year we’re seeing some great categories showcase their skills at some of the most exciting circuits in the world right here in Australia.

“We’re excited to continue work with everyone that makes the Nationals event a success, including those at CAMS.”

Organisers advised that announcements regarding the categories racing at these rounds would be confirmed shortly.

Shannons Nationals 2018 Calendar
Round 1: The Bend Motorsport Park, 13-15 April
Round 2: Sandown International Raceway, 10-13 May
Round 3: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, 1-3 June
Round 4: Queensland Raceway, 28-29 July
Round 5: Winton Motor Raceway, 1-2 September
Round 6: Sydney Motorsport Park, 21-23 September

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