Viola Private Wealth Sydney 300 – Race Recap
Our Mazda SP25 took on the record-breaking Sydney 300 and came home strong—6th in class, 28th outright, and first N/A production car to finish. From fuel leaks to late-race rain, it was anything but easy. Want to know how we pulled it off—and how you can get on the grid for Wakefield or Winton? Read on.
2025 sydney 300 @ sydney motorsport park - motor racing australia
RaceAway Track Time returned to Sydney Motorsport Park on May 17, 2025, for the Viola Private Wealth Sydney 300, fielding our Mazda 3 SP25 just weeks after its strong performance at the Bathurst 6 Hour. Driven by Raphael Wood and Jason Liddell, our car stood out in a record-breaking 60-car field — the largest in Sydney 300 history.
We were proud to bring home:
✅ 6th in Division E
✅ 28th Outright
✅ 1st Naturally Aspirated Production Car to Finish
▶️ Watch the full race replay on Blendline TV:
📺 Sydney 300 Livestream – Blendline TV
RaceAway Track Time Team at the Sydney 300
A Night of Intense Racing: Race Report
Qualifying
We qualified just 0.6 seconds off our breakout time, placing us 7th in Division E out of 12 entries — the most Division E cars ever seen at the Sydney 300. Our time: 1:54.6101.
Raf’s Opening Stint
Raf Wood took the green flag and quickly found his rhythm, but a fuel leak incident from another car forced him to take evasive action and lose several positions early. Undeterred, Raf dug in and began working his way back through the class, improving lap times with every circuit.
Pit Strategy Pays Off
A well-timed Safety Car provided the perfect opportunity for our fuel stop, tyre change, and driver swap. Thanks to smooth execution by our pit crew — Rod Tippett, Tony Moore, Nigel Fuke, and Townsend Signs’ fuel rig team — the car was back on track without a hitch.
Jason on the Charge
Jason Liddell took the wheel and quickly began picking off competitors. His stint was fast, clean, and commanding — his best lap a blistering 1:54.5493. He avoided drama during a hectic Safety Car restart involving multiple cars, including a close moment with an RX8.
Late-Race Drama
The skies opened with 7 laps to go, adding tension to the final stint. Jason stayed composed in slippery conditions and crossed the line 6th in Division E and 28th outright — a phenomenal effort for a naturally aspirated production car against a grid packed with high-horsepower machinery.
Record-Breaking Sydney 300: The Bigger Picture
This year’s race was historic:
77 laps completed – the longest Sydney 300 ever
60 starters, 18 DNFs, and just 68.3% finish rate
Rain, Safety Cars (7!), and countless lead changes
Mazda’s 10th outright Sydney 300 win
110 drivers, 41 finishers – a high attrition but fierce competition
For us, this event underlined our race prep quality and driver focus. In a race where just finishing is an achievement, to bring home a Division top-10 and outright top-half is a result we’re proud of.
Want to Race? Drive with Us at Wakefield or Winton!
You don’t need your own car. With our Arrive 'N' Drive packages, you can be on the grid for one of two legendary endurance events:
🏁 Wakefield 300 (One Raceway – August 16–17, 2025)
Take on One Raceway's upgraded technical layout with full team support.
🏁 Winton 300 (Winton Raceway – August 30–31, 2025)
The home of grassroots endurance racing. We’ve got seats available in:
Mazda MX5
Mazda SP25
Inclusions:
✅ Race Car Hire
✅ Race Entry
✅ Fuel, Tyres, Consumables
✅ Pit Crew & Coaching
✅ AASA or MA Circuit License Required
Book Now – Limited Seats!
Race with a professional crew, competitive cars and proven endurance success.
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300 Series: endurance racing at it’s finest- Sydney, wakefield (one raceway) and winton!
The EPIC 300 series is back at Sydney Motorsport Park, Winton Raceway and One Raceway! Check out the 2025 Motor Racing Australia Calendar here…
The Ultimate Endurance Challenge: The 300 Series is BACK!
The 300 Series is back for 2025, bringing endurance racing action across three of Australia’s most exciting circuits. Featuring the Sydney 300, Wakefield 300 (One Raceway), and the Viola Wealth Winton 300, this legendary series challenges drivers with 300 km of intense racing, compulsory pit stops, and strategic driver changes.
The 300 series offers a huge variety in terms of tracks and conditions with the Sydney 300 being under lights. It’s a massive draw to the Bathurst 6 Hour crowd, holding all the same elements of the popular National event.
In our opinion - the most exciting thing about the 300 is the chance to be on such a massive starting grid. With around 60-70 cars starting each year, the enduro has timed classes making it accessible to the humble Hyundai Excel whilst still enticing the beefy, kitted out M3’s.
RaceAway Track Time at the Sydney 300 in 2024
300 Series Calendar: 2025
Ptcher Partners Sydney 300 – May 16–17
Wakefield (One Raceway) 300 – August 16 (TBC)
Viola Wealth Winton 300 – August 30–31
Each event features 300 km of racing, compulsory pit stops, and a diverse grid of competitors, making the 300 Series the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and endurance.
Sydney 300 – May 16–17 (Pitcher Partners Sydney 300 – Under Lights!)
The Pitcher Partners Sydney 300 is the only night race in the series, offering a unique endurance challenge at Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP). This 3.93 km circuit is one of Australia’s premier venues, featuring:
11 turns, demanding precision and skill
A long pit straight, setting up exciting overtakes into Turn 1
Technical corners like Turns 2–3 and the Turn 9 hairpin, where racecraft is key
Floodlit racing, adding an extra level of difficulty as visibility changes into the night
With compulsory pit stops and driver changes, the Sydney 300 is all about teamwork, consistency, and strategy—perfect preparation for larger endurance events like Bathurst.
Wakefield (One Raceway) 300 – August 16 (TBC) – A Classic Returns!
We’re excited to welcome back the Wakefield 300, now held at One Raceway! With recent track upgrades, this 2.2 km technical circuit is back on the endurance racing calendar, bringing:
12 corners packed into a short lap, ensuring close racing
Tight, technical sections, testing throttle control and smooth driving
Elevation changes that make braking zones tricky, requiring maximum concentration
The Wakefield 300 is a fantastic opportunity for endurance newcomers - plenty of time on track to master the new “slingshot” corner.
Viola Wealth Winton 300 – August 30–31
The Viola Wealth Winton 300 takes competitors to Winton Raceway, one of Australia’s most iconic tracks for endurance battles. This 3.0 km circuit presents a perfect mix of high-speed sections and technical challenges, including:
12 corners, requiring a balance of aggression and precision
A long back straight, ideal for slipstreaming and strategic overtakes
Tight chicanes and hairpins, testing patience and car control
Heavy braking zones, demanding endurance from both driver and car
The Winton 300 is a true endurance test, rewarding smart strategy and well-executed pit stops.
Arrive ‘n’ Drive: Hassle-Free Endurance Racing
Looking to race without the stress of car ownership? Our Arrive ‘n’ Drive package is the perfect way to compete in the 300 Series, whether for one event or three.
What’s Included?
✅ Race Car Hire
✅ Race Entres & Dorian Timing Hire
✅ Professional Pit Crew & Refuelling Rig
✅ Driver Coaching & Strategy
Whether you’re looking for Sydney Motorsport Park race car hire for the Pitcher Partners Sydney 300, or aiming for the full endurance racing season with the Wakefield 300 and Viola Wealth Winton 300, we’ve got you covered.
Join the 2025 300 Series Grid!
With RaceAway Track Time, you can experience 300 km endurance racing without the hassle. Book now for one or all three rounds and be part of one of Australia’s most exciting racing series.
📞 Phone: 0472 535 354
📧 Email: info@raceawaytracktime.com.au
Race under lights at Sydney 300, tackle the newly upgraded Wakefield 300, or battle it out in the Viola Wealth Winton 300—endurance racing doesn’t get better than this!
