AUS GT THE BEND STATEMENT

PRESS RELEASE/Australian GT – The Bend Racing Suspended – Photo: Aus GT

In the interests of safety following a number of extreme weather instances, Round 2 of the 2018 CAMS Australian GT Championship has revised its weekend schedule.

Extreme weather has resulted in significantly reduced visibility across the weekend, with forecasts showing conditions are set to continue.

In response, Australian GT category management and CAMS has agreed that, in the interests of safety for all parties, this afternoon’s scheduled race will be delayed until Sunday morning.

The race duration will be two hours and forty minutes with the race set to be held on the International layout of The Bend Motorsport Park.

At 4.95km instead of 7.77km, the International circuit has been less impacted by the extreme weather situations, and allows for a greater concentration of track officials.

“This decision has not been taken lightly, and comes after careful consideration and consultation with CAMS and the GT Commission,” said Australian GT manager Ken Collier.

“We’ve been hugely impressed by the fantastic new facility, and it’s a shame the extreme weather has had such an impact.

“We now look forward to putting on a fabulous race tomorrow.”

A practice session this afternoon will afford teams an opportunity to become familiar with the alternate circuit configuration before tomorrow’s race.

Results from qualifying will stand and determine the grid.

Results: Qualifying, Australian GT Championship, The Bend