DARWIN DATES CONFIRMED
By Bruce Williams
Date posted: 25 November 2020
Darwin dates confirmed – Photo: InSyde Media
One piece of the 2021 Supercars calendar is confirmed with the Darwin Triple Crown set to take place on June 18-20.
By HEATH McALPINE
After hosting a double-header during the fragmented 2020 Supercars Championship season, the announcement Hidden Valley will return comes as the 2021 schedule is still yet to be revealed.
The Australian Superbikes, Stadium Super Trucks and the Nitro Up North drag racing event will form the support package for the event.
“The program for next year’s Darwin Triple Crown is incredible and looks set to be one of the best in the country,” Northern Territory minister for tourism and hospitality Natasha Fyles.
“We’re the comeback capital in more ways than one, unveiling bigger and better events we know have a huge impact on our economy, all while adjusting to the new-normal post COVID-19.
“We are delivering three days of action on and off the track, promising a weekend of world-class entertainment in the peak of the Top End Dry Season.
“The benefits of events such as the Darwin Triple Crown spread throughout the hospitality and tourism industries and beyond. We look forward to welcoming Supercars fans and their families to the NT, and to seeing the Territory beamed across the nation.”
Supercars CEO Sean Seamer was pleased to confirm Darwin’s slot on the calendar.
“Darwin is such a special event for the Championship and a real favourite of the teams, drivers and fans,” said Seamer.
“This fantastic announcement that Supercars will be joined by Superbikes and Stadium Super Trucks will ensure the event will thrill fans of all ages.
“We look forward to working with organisers to put on an amazing show for fans of both two and four-wheels.
“I want to thank Chief Minister Michael Gunner, and the Board and team at Northern Territory Major Events Company for their vision and passion in making this event an exciting addition to the 2021 calendar.”
Hospitality tickets are on sale today from 10am ACST ahead of general admission on Friday November 27.
A special Black Friday sale allows fans a three-day Hot Pass for $79.
For more of the latest Supercars news pick up the current issue of Auto Action. Also make sure you follow us on social media Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or our weekly email newsletter for all the latest updates between issues.
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