INTERVIEW: Mark Skaife - 09 October 2026
Summary
Super Car legend Mark Skaife joins The FIVEAA Sports Show to preview the Bathurst 1000, reflecting on the track's unique challenges and the critical importance of teamwork. He discusses recent qualifying results, including Ryan Wood’s heavy crash, and analyzes the competitive field, with Matt Payne and Will Davison emerging as favorites. Skaife also offers his thoughts on the new Super Cars finals format and the high stakes of the upcoming race.
Topics discussed
Introduction and excitement for Bathurst 1000
Recalling 1995 race and Larry Perkins' comeback
Reflections on last year's epic rain battle
Keys to driving Mount Panorama successfully
The importance of teamwork and strategy
Ryan Wood crash and weekend predictions
Favorite combinations and potential dark horses
Impact of new SuperCar finals format
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