22 Sep 2026: The Race of Champions (ROC) is officially heading to New Zealand, with Wellington set to host the world‑famous motorsport showdown on 9–10 January 2027 at Hnry Stadium.
ROC is known globally as a high‑energy, head‑to‑head racing event where elite drivers compete in identical cars. With machinery equalised, the competition focuses entirely on pure driving skill, making it one of the most exciting and accessible motorsport formats for fans
What Makes ROC Unique
- Short, intense races on a purpose‑built stadium circuit
- Two mirrored lanes for easy‑to‑follow, side‑by‑side battles
- Drivers from multiple disciplines: Formula 1, WRC, NASCAR, IndyCar, Touring Cars, Le Mans, Supercars, MotoGP
- Champions crowned in both Nations Cup and individual competition
- Designed so spectators can see every second of the action
Confirmed Drivers for ROC New Zealand 2027
The first wave of international and Australasian stars includes:
- Sebastian Vettel – Four‑time Formula 1 World Champion
- Valtteri Bottas – Formula 1 Grand Prix winner
- Hayden Paddon – New Zealand WRC driver
- Chaz Mostert – 2025 Supercars Champion & two‑time Bathurst 1000 winner
- Will Brown – 2024 Supercars Champion
- Brodie Kostecki – 2023 Supercars Champion & Bathurst 1000 winner
- David Coulthard – Formula 1 Grand Prix winner
- Travis Pastrana – Legendary motorsports athlete
- More drivers to be announced …..
Event Details
Venue : Hnry Stadium, Wellington
Dates : 9 – 10 January 2027
Time : 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Tickets : Click Here for the Link