Media Release
21 December 2021
Popular Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup coming to Darwin
In exciting news for motorsports fans, the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup will form part of the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown, which is set to return to the Top End from 17-19 June in 2022.
The Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup is one of the support categories for the Repco Supercars Championship, and 2022 is shaping up to be the biggest in the category’s history.
Racing fans will be able to enjoy world-class motorsports action right here in Darwin, with the highly anticipated Type 992 generation Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car set to debut on Australian soil as part of the support category.
In addition, Motorsport Australia has confirmed that Carrera Cup Australia will be elevated to Championship status from the 2022 season and beyond, recognising the category’s importance in the nation’s motorsport landscape.
The Championship has two classes and caters for both professional drivers, pro-am drivers and includes the likes of Craig Lowndes, Dale Wood, David Russel and Luke Youlden, together with some of the most exciting junior drivers in the country.
To find out more information or to buy tickets to the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown, head to [http://www.darwinsupercars.com.au].
Quotes from Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) CEO Tim Watsford:
“Excitement has definitely shifted up a gear for the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown, with the inclusion of the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup on the 2022 program.
“We’re thrilled to have this popular support category back for next year’s event, and look forward to providing racing fans with more motorsports action than ever before.
“As well as the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup, fans can expect everything from Supercars, Australian Superbikes, Nitro Up North, S5000 and much more as part of the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown.
“We can’t wait to welcome locals and visitors alike back to Hidden Valley for what is shaping up to be an incredible weekend of on and off-track entertainment.”
Quotes from Director Sales and Motorsport Porsche Cars Australia Toni Andreevski:
“After two seasons plagued by travel restrictions, we are delighted to announce that Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup Australia will be one of the support categories for the Repco Supercars Championship at the Merlin Darwin Triple Crown, marking the Championship’s return to the Hidden Valley Raceway.
“Visiting the Northern Territory circuit is a favourite event among our Porsche teams and drivers.
“With the prospect of our new 992 generation Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars filling the grid in 2022, next year’s event will arguably be the best the Championship’s long and illustrious history.”
Media Contact: NTMEC Acting Media Manager 0439 065 321
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