Motorsport enthusiasts are revving up for an exhilarating weekend of racing excitement as Round 7 of the 2025 Supercars Championship, the Townsville 500, unfolds live and free on Seven, 7mate, and 7plus Sport. Set in the vibrant city of Townsville in Far North Queensland, this event marks the second round of the northern swing for Supercars following the recent thrilling Darwin Triple Crown.
Last month, fans witnessed Broc Feeney dominate the Triple Crown, solidifying his lead in both the Sprint Cup and the Championship standings. As the anticipation builds for the Townsville 500, viewers can expect a riveting showcase of high-octane action at the Reid Park Street Circuit, brought to life by Seven’s motorsport expert Jack Perkins and former Australian Rally Champion Molly Taylor.
The broadcast will feature a stellar lineup of commentators, including Supercars legends Garth Tander and Mark Skaife alongside the renowned Neil Crompton in the commentary box. Mark Larkham and Chad Neylon will provide insights from the pit lane, while Craig Lowndes, Richard Craill, and Matt Naulty will cover the support categories throughout the weekend.
The Townsville 500 spectacle will be highlighted by two 200-kilometer races with two pit stops each on Saturday and Sunday, serving as the penultimate event before the first finalist of the 2025 season is determined. Following the Townsville round, the Supercars finals series will commence, culminating in the crowning of the Champion at the BP Adelaide Grand Final on November 30.
Currently, Red Bull Ampol Racing’s Broc Feeney holds a substantial 183-point lead over defending Supercars Champion Will Brown, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown in Townsville. Angela Rampal, Seven’s Head of Motorsport, expressed excitement about the challenging street circuit in Townsville, anticipating intense racing action with kerbs, surface changes, and concrete walls adding to the excitement.
As fans gear up for the broadcast, they can look forward to comprehensive coverage, including full replays, highlights, and bonus content available for streaming. The spotlight will be on whether Broc Feeney can secure his spot as the first finalist of 2025 in this revamped format structure for Supercars, promising an electrifying weekend of racing action that viewers can catch on Seven and 7plus Sport.
The broadcast schedule for the Townsville 500 on Seven is set as follows:
– On Saturday, July 12, 2025, viewers in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane can catch the action live at 12 pm on Seven and 7plus Sport, while Adelaide viewers can tune in at 11:30 am on 7mate and 7plus Sport, and Perth viewers at 10 am on 7mate and 7plus Sport.
– On Sunday, July 13, pre-race and race coverage will be available live at 12 pm on Seven and 7plus Sport for Sydney and Brisbane, 12 pm on 7mate and 7plus Sport for Melbourne, 11:30 am on 7mate and 7plus Sport for Adelaide, and 10 am on 7mate and 7plus Sport for Perth.
The Townsville 500 promises a weekend filled with heart-pounding racing action, expert commentary, and the thrill of seeing top drivers battle it out on the challenging street circuit. So, gear up, mark your calendars, and don’t miss out on the adrenaline-fueled excitement as the Supercars Championship hits Townsville in a spectacle that promises to leave fans on the edge of their seats until the very last lap.
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