BATHURST 1000 WINNER INSPECTS NEW ADELAIDE 500 DECK

By Timothy Neal

Date posted: October 13, 2022

Shane van Gisbergen has visited the newly resurfaced track that will host the Supercars return to Adelaide, with the state’s treasurer also announcing free travel for ticket holders.

With more than 70% of the track so far finished, from the braking zone at turn 9 through to the entry of turn 7, the new surface is expected to produce the fastest lap times in the event’s history.

The two-time Bathurst 1000 winner was on hand today to be shown around the track for an inspection with South Australian Treasurer Stephen Mulligan as he announced the free travel for fans.

“We have had some past experiences at this track but it will be completely different now, there are no bumps and hopefully more grip,” said the 2022 series leader.

“It is a completely new surface, it looks beautiful and we can’t wait to race here in a couple of months.”

Van Gisbergen said that he was looking forward to the Supercars/Holden finale, with it being a welcome return to an old street circuit driver favourite.

Life’s pretty good for the newly crowned two-time Bathurst winner, as he gets the first look at the newly laid Adelaide 500 surface.

“It will be a different feeling being the Championship finale, the drivers will be more race fit, but the biggest thing for us is seeing the enthusiasm in town already, seeing how much the people of Adelaide have missed the race and how excited they are for it to return.

“This was one of my favourite races of the year and to be back here again is going to be great. We haven’t done many street circuits in recent years and we can come race here again with the people and see so many fans around on the street.”

The event returns to SA on the back of a state labour government – run by the Hon Peter Malinauskas – that has pushed the agenda of Motorsport into the public eye.

Mullighan expressed to fans that they wanted to make it as affordable as possible for everyone to attend the event.

“We want to make it as easy and affordable to attend as possible, we’ve already dialled back ticket prices 10 years, and providing free public transport is another great incentive,” the Treasurer said.

“The event shuttle service will make it even more convenient for fans to get around and take in all the action of the best touring car race in the world.”

All VALO Adelaide 500 ticket holders can travel for free on any Adelaide Metro bus, train or tram from first to last service, by showing a valid VALO Adelaide 500 ticket for that day to catch a free ride. Those aged under 12 years that receive free entry to the track will not need to present a ticket when boarding.

The VALO Adelaide 500 will take place on December 1-4. Tickets for the Supercars Championship season finale are now on sale via Ticketek.

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