TV Ratings (12/10/2025): Matt Payne Wins First Bathurst 1000
A well-timed penalty against James Golding led to Matt Payne's win in his first Bathurst 1000 race.
The race, plagued by wet weather and safety cars, was deemed the most exciting in years, with a total TV national reach of nearly 4 million and a national average of 1,493,000.
The event reached third overall and first among non-news programs in the ratings.
With five laps to go, Cooper Murray was in the lead, but Golding's attempt to overtake him resulted in both cars spinning out, giving Payne the lead.
Golding regained control, but received a five-second penalty, ultimately leading to his downfall as the race concluded.
yesterday's crash fest was it
Author's summary: Matt Payne wins his first Bathurst 1000 due to a penalty.