The round-the-clock GT enduro was set to run on 25-27 February, however it will now take place on 13-15 May.
The postponement has been prompted by the current outbreak of the Omicron strain of COVID-19 on Australia’s east coast, with daily cases currently higher than has been seen at any other point of the pandemic.
NSW alone yesterday recorded 92,264 new positive cases, although that included a backlog of rapid antigen test results, and 22 deaths.
Discussions have been ongoing between event owner Supercars and Intercontinental GT Challenge officials in recent days to determine the best course of action.
It’s now been decided that shifting the event to May, after which the Omicron peak is expected to have passed, is the best way forward.
It’s the second date change for the race, which was originally on a collision course with the 12 Hours of Sebring in March.
“This is the best outcome for the event under the current circumstances,” said Supercars COO Shane Howard.
“This new…
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