South Coast Raceway Celebrates 20 Years with Historic Anniversary Weekend

Posted on February 7, 2026February 8, 2026 by admin

South Coast Raceway marked a major milestone with its 20th Anniversary Race Weekend, delivering two days of high-impact drag racing, milestone moments, and celebrations that highlighted the track’s growth and significance in Victorian motorsport.

From competitive radial racing to landmark exhibition runs, the weekend reflected both the history of the venue.

Radial Shootout Launches Anniversary Weekend

The celebrations began with the South Coast Raceway Radial Shootout, bringing together strong fields across multiple radial classes. The event set the tone for the weekend, with fast, competitive racing and strong spectator attendance creating momentum leading into the anniversary day.

20th Anniversary Race Day Delivers Full Program

Saturday marked the official 20-year anniversary of South Coast Raceway, featuring a full day of on-track action and exhibition passes. Racers, teams, officials, and spectators came together to acknowledge two decades of racing at the Portland-based venue.

The program highlighted the depth of grassroots racing while delivering standout moments that will be remembered as key milestones in the track’s history.

Lamattina Top Fuel Dragster Makes History

A defining highlight of the weekend was the appearance of Lamattina’s Top Fuel dragster, which made its first-ever passes at South Coast Raceway as part of the anniversary celebrations.

In a historic achievement for the venue, the track record was reset twice during the Top Fuel runs, underlining both the performance of the car and the capability of the surface. The ground-shaking passes marked a new benchmark for the track.

Burnout Demonstration Adds to the Celebration

Adding to the spectacle, a burnout demonstration formed part of the anniversary program. Heavy tyre smoke and raw engine noise brought the crowd to the fence, reinforcing the culture and entertainment side of motorsport that South Coast Raceway has fostered over its 20-year history.

Community Focus and Evening Celebrations

Beyond the racing, the anniversary weekend highlighted the strong community behind South Coast Raceway. Racers, supporters, and officials reflected on the commitment required behind the scenes to sustain a regional drag racing venue for two decades.

The day concluded with a live band from 7pm, allowing competitors and fans to continue the celebrations after racing wrapped up.

South Coast Raceway Celebrates 20 Years with Historic Anniversary Weekend

Summernats 38 Saturday

Posted on January 10, 2026January 16, 2026 by admin

Saturday turns everything up a notch and this is Summernats at its absolute peak. Big crowds, brutal burnouts, elite show cars, and nonstop action across the grounds made it the wildest day of the weekend. The heat, the noise, and the atmosphere were next level as the event hit full throttle.

Summernats 38 City Cruise

Posted on January 8, 2026January 16, 2026 by admin

Thursday kicked off Summernats 38 in style with the City Cruise rolling through the streets. Cars, big crowds, and everything from tough streeters to elite builds soaking up the spotlight. The noise, the atmosphere, and the energy made it clear — Summernats was back and Canberra was ready.

2025 South Coast Nationals

Posted on December 7, 2025December 9, 2025 by admin

South Coast Nationals Wrap-Up: A Massive Weekend of Racing at Portland

The South Coast Nationals once again delivered a huge weekend of racing at Portland’s iconic South Coast Raceway, with three days of action-packed qualifying and eliminations across some of the toughest categories in Australian drag racing. Perfect track conditions, big fields and plenty of close racing set the scene for an unforgettable event as racers battled for points, pride, and the early-season momentum that can shape a championship year.

After two intense days of qualifying, Day 3 eliminations showcased the very best of ANDRA sportsman drag racing. From junior categories to the heavy-hitting Supercharged Outlaws, every bracket delivered standout performances and well-earned victories.

Below is the full list of winners from this year’s South Coast Nationals:

🏆 Event Winners – South Coast Nationals

New Gen Business Park Competition Bike – Edge Mallis (#687)

Edge Mallis powered through the field with consistency and sharp reaction times, sealing the win in the highly competitive Competition Bike bracket. His machine was flawless all weekend, proving both rider and bike were perfectly dialled in.

Junior Dragster – Ava Walker (#7450)

Ava Walker continued her rise through the Junior Dragster ranks, showing maturity beyond her years with cool composure on the start line and precision down track. She fought through a tough field to collect an impressive win.

New Gen Business Park Junior Drag Bike – Cooper Plummer (#1321)

Cooper Plummer took out the Junior Drag Bike title with a string of clean, consistent passes that left no room for error. His performance was one of the standout junior efforts of the entire event.

Ballistic Performance Parts Modified Bike – Dean Jamieson (#1)

Number One plate holder Dean Jamieson proved exactly why he wears it, dominating Modified Bike with ruthless consistency. Jamieson once again showed why he’s the benchmark in the class.

Gallagher Modified Eliminator – Adriana Cartledge (#3708)

Adriana Cartledge delivered one of the most impressive campaigns of the weekend, cutting fantastic lights and holding her nerve in tight finish-line races to secure the Modified Eliminator win. A huge result against a strong field.

Super Comp – Shayne Reid (#581)

Shayne Reid showcased elite-level driving and car setup in Super Comp, navigating the unforgiving index-based format with precision. His team executed perfectly across all rounds to bring home the win.

New Gen Business Park Supercharged Outlaws – Shane Baxter (#178)

The heavy hitters in Supercharged Outlaws didn’t disappoint, with Shane Baxter storming to victory. Baxter’s blown machine was on rails all weekend, making him one of the most dominant forces in the bracket.

Three Dimensional Construction Super Gas – Adrian McGrotty (#1442)

In the ultra-precise world of Super Gas, Adrian McGrotty was unbeatable. Hitting the 9.90 target with deadly consistency, McGrotty drove with textbook precision to secure the title.

The South Australian Drag Racers Association Super Sedan – Tony Tedesco (#247)

Tony Tedesco triumphed in Super Sedan after surviving a stacked field featuring some of the toughest racers in the country. His combination of quick lights and rock-solid dial-ins proved impossible to beat.

Goodyear Racing Super Street – Stefan Lainas (#4656)

Stefan Lainas dominated Super Street, taking home the win thanks to a weekend of clean passes and smart driving. His setup was spot-on throughout eliminations.

Top Sportsman – Daniel Jones (#3065)

Top Sportsman lived up to its reputation for speed and unpredictability, with Daniel Jones emerging victorious. Jones delivered blistering ETs combined with razor-sharp driving, securing a well-earned win in one of the event’s premier categories.

A Weekend to Remember at South Coast Raceway

With perfect weather, a polished track surface, and passionate crowds filling the venue, the South Coast Nationals once again proved why it’s a must-attend event on the ANDRA Sportsman Series calendar. The racing was clean, competitive and full of standout moments from juniors through to the elite brackets.

Congratulations to all competitors, teams, officials, and volunteers who made the weekend such a success — and especially to this year’s champions.

South Coast Raceway will again host ANDRA Sportsman racing on January 2 and 3 for the 2026 South Coast 660 – round six of the 2025/2026 ANDRA Regional Sportsman Championship. For event information, visit www.southcoastraceway.com.au

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