The national broadcast deal aims to grant levels of exposure not before experienced by the majority of state-level competitors.
Formerly known as the South Australian Motor Racing Championship, The Bend Championship Series runs exclusively at The Bend and Mallala Motorsport Park.
The championship features six rounds with generally three to six categories racing.
Sam Shahin, managing director of The Bend, described the partnership as a “landmark moment for Australian motorsport”.
“Grassroots motorsport is the foundation of our industry,” said Shahin.
“Every professional driver and rider starts somewhere, and this partnership with Kayo Sports gives competitors in The Bend Championship Series a national platform to showcase their talent, attract sponsors and advance their careers.
“We are committed to investing in the future of the sport.
“This broadcast agreement is about creating opportunities for competitors at every level while making our sport more accessible to fans across the country.
“The Bend Championship Series represents everything that is great about grassroots racing; passion, competition, community and opportunity.
“We are proud to be able to showcase that on a national stage.”
Category manager Adam Brook further noted the importance of the agreement in creating significant sponsorship opportunities.
“This is a game-changing moment for our competitors, teams and partners,” Brook said.
“For many drivers, this will be the first opportunity to compete in front of a national audience.
“It provides a level of exposure that has traditionally been difficult for grassroots motorsport to access.
“The quality of racing within our championship continues to improve year after year.
“Having all rounds in 2026 broadcast live on Kayo Sports is recognition of the calibre of competition we have built and the direction the championship is heading.
“Most importantly, it gives our competitors a platform.
“Whether you’re a young driver chasing a career in motorsport or a hobby racer competing for the love of the sport, you now have the opportunity to be seen by audiences across Australia.”
The Circuit Excel Nationals will take place at The Bend on June 13-14, with the broadcast set to commence each day at 10:00am ACST.
Spectator entry is free at all The Bend Championship Series rounds.
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