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Sandown roars to life

18/11/2025

Nick Sinis

Supercar action roared for the Sandown 500 over the weekend with something for all to enjoy.

For the first time, the supercars held a three-round finals series to determine its 2025 champion, with the final grand final to take place in Adelaide after Sandown and Gold Coast races.

The weekend saw plenty of fun for all with various races including Touring Car Masters, burnouts, V8 SuperUte Series and supercars championship.

There were plenty of classic and vintage cars on show as well.

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