S5000 JOINS GRAND PRIX SUPPORT PROGRAM

S5000 joins the Australian Grand Prix support program

S5000 will kick off its 2020 season at the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix as announced at midday by AGPC CEO Andrew Westacott.

By HEATH McALPINE

A grid of 14-cars will contest the inaugural round of the series at Sandown this weekend headlined by former Formula 1 driver Rubens Barrichello. The field features a mix of youth and experience, which is expected to carry on through to next year’s opening round.

Westacott can’t wait to see the 5.2-litre V8 wings and slicks category take to the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on March 12-15.

“There is always such a strong appetite from our fans for exciting on-track activity, so having the exciting S5000 class at our event is the perfect fit,” Westacott enthused.

“AGPC is always looking to inspire the next generation of drivers and being able to showcase a new Australian motor sport category not just nationally, but globally, is such a fantastic opportunity for all involved.”

Rubens Barrichello’s S5000 livery for Sandown

S5000 joins fellow Australian Racing Group-owned category TCR Australia on the AGP support bill with managing director Matt Braid thrilled that the new category will compete on among the highest level.

“The Australian Racing Group is extremely pleased to confirm that S5000 will be on the grid at the Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix 2020,” said Braid.

“These S5000 cars are going to be right at home on the Albert Park street circuit, and we look forward to providing the best racing for the fans.”

Tickets for this weekends event at Sandown can be pre-purchased or bought at the gate. Alternatively, you can watch the first S5000 races live free and in HD on SBS, or via the Shannons Nationals live stream.

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