Bathurst to kick off as planned despite weather concerns

Supercars insists the 2022 running of the Bathurst 1000 will go ahead as planned despite ongoing poor weather in New South Wales.

Rain has already hit the circuit and is expected to affect all four days of the event, which is scheduled to kick off with practice on Thursday.

Flood warnings have also been put in place just two weeks after heavy rain resulted in some of the local campsites ending up under water.

However, Supercars insists that the biggest event on the schedule will proceed, although fans are urged to ‘plan accordingly’ for the conditions expected.

“The Repco Bathurst 1000, one of Australia’s premier outdoor sporting events will be proceeding as planned this weekend,” Supercars CEO Shane Howard said. “In light of the weather forecast over the coming days, patrons are encouraged to plan accordingly.

“Sessions will begin for all categories on track on Thursday and run through until Sunday’s great race. Off track entertainment at the top and bottom of the mountain will also proceed as planned. We will act accordingly to ensure the safety of patrons and competitors at all times.

“We saw this morning thousands of fans lining Bathurst’s CBD to welcome the drivers to town at the driver’s parade and autograph sessions. We thank our fans who have arrived at Mount Panorama and look forward to four memorable days at the Repco Bathurst 1000.”