June 23 |
First news emerges about possible sale, including the names Paul Morris and Mark Skaife (separately) after paddock chatter loudened at the Darwin Triple Crown |
June 25 |
The identities of five high-profile figures working together on a leading bid are revealed, namely Morris, Peter Adderton, Pete Smith, Mick Doohan and Alan Gow |
June 27 |
Skaife's alliance with TLA Worldwide/TGI Sport becomes apparent, making for a key rival to the Adderton bid |
June 30 |
The Australian Racing Group re-enters the scene as a player, having at least once before vied for Supercars ownership |
July 2 |
Morris becomes the first contender to speak publicly about the race to buy Supercars |
July 7 |
The deadline for opening bids arrives |
July 10 |
Sean Seamer declares his intention to remain as Supercars CEO beyond a possible ownership transaction |
July 17 |
The Bend, or Peregrine Corporation, confirms it is in the running to buy Supercars |
July 20 |
An initial shortlist comes to light featuring Skaife/TLA/TGI, ARG, and an international entity, but neither the Adderton consortium nor The Bend |
August 5 |
Jeff Grech publicly backs Skaife and TLA boss Craig Kelly's bid, having worked with the duo at the Holden Racing Team in the 2000s |
August 7 |
Nick Percat calls on Supercars' next owners to reverse a push to introduce paddle shift as part of the incoming Gen3 regulations |
August 8 |
A two-horse race becomes evident between ARG and Skaife/TLA/TGI |
August 10 |
The Adderton consortium suddenly rejoins the battle, now teamed with the Brisbane Broncos/News Corp Australia |
August 16 |
Fans have their say on who they want to buy Supercars, with ARG claiming a slender advantage |
August 19 |
In a shock twist, the duelling contenders of ARG and Skaife/TLA/TGI agree to merge their bids |
August 20 |
The Brisbane Broncos publicly confirm their interest in buying Supercars |
August 29 |
It is reported that Supercars' teams will agree to sell their collective stake in the business |
September 9 |
Supercars team owners meet regarding the sale |
September 10 |
Adderton officially withdraws from the hunt, clearing the way for last bidders standing TLA/TGI/ARG |
October 15 |
Former IMG man Martin Jolly, a foundation figure in Supercars, is revealed as a secret figure in the TLA/TGI/ARG effort |
October 22 |
Mark Winterbottom pleads with the incoming Supercars owners to create more blockbuster support cards like what will be seen at the six-day Bathurst 1000 this year |
October 25 |
Sources indicate Seamer will stay on Supercars CEO for at least the first few months of 2022 |
October 28 |
The deal is formally announced, at least for Archer Capital's majority share. ARG, Barclay Nettlefold and Henslow are named as elements of the group now called RACE |