Supercars Media and Gravity Media to cover the Bathurst 12 Hour
Supercars Media and Gravity Media Australia have confirmed details for the coverage of the LIQUI MOLY Bathurst 12 Hour.
The field, which includes 18 teams from six countries representing eight brands including Audi, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, Lamborghini and BMW, will tackle Australia’s internationally recognized endurance race at the iconic Mount Panorama across February 3 – 5.
Drivers already confirmed include MotoGP world champion Valentino RossiBathurst legend Craig Lowndescurrent Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergenreigning DTM champion Sheldon van der Lindetwo-time Bathurst Champion Chaz MostertPorsche factory pilot Matt Campbell and a host of leading drivers from here and abroad.
Across 52 television cameras on-track, in-car, in the pits, around the track, embedded in concrete kerbs and walls, and accessing state of the art high definition outside broadcast facilities, 16 kilometers of broadcast cable and a total production crew of 100, Gravity Media Australia and Supercars Media will capture every moment on Fox Sports, Kayo, the Seven Network, and 7plus throughout the race weekend.
In addition, coverage of this year’s race will be broadcast on Sky Sports NZ and around the world on YouTube through SRO’s “GT World” platform and other international streaming partners. Radio Show Ltd, the home of Radio Le Mans, will also carry the international video and audio feed coverage.
This is the 8th year for Gravity Media’s broadcast facilities and technology collaboration with Supercars Media which produces the global and Australian television coverage of the LIQUI MOLY Bathurst 12 Hour.
Gravity Media Australia also has a long partnership with Supercars Media in the television production of the Repco Bathurst 1000 and each of the rounds in the Repco Supercars Championship, including Gravity Media’s acknowledged specialty and in-car camera technologies.
David TunnicliffeSupercars Head of Broadcast said “The LIQUI MOLY Bathurst 12 Hour is one of the premier motorsports events in the world and we’re thrilled to be working with Gravity Media to deliver the biggest ever television production for the race.
“With over 50 television cameras on-track, in-car, in the pits, around the track, embedded in concrete kerbs and walls, and accessing state of the art high definition outside broadcast facilities, 16 kilometers of broadcast cable and a total production crew of 100, we’ll be capturing every moment of the action for fans around the world to enjoy.
“This year’s race is shaping up to be one of the most exciting ever and we can’t wait to bring all the action to viewers on Fox Sports, Kayo, the Seven Network and 7plus across race weekend.”
Ben MadgwickDirector, Media Services and Facilities at Gravity Media said “Gravity Media is delighted to expand its partnership with Supercars Media.
“It is a significant broadcast and technology undertaking across a demanding circuit and we look forward to playing a key role working with Supercars Media in delivering the coverage of the Bathurst 12 Hour to a global audience.
“It is a tremendous event that continues to grow and we are delighted to once again provide Gravity Media’s internationally recognized specialized broadcast services and camera technologies. We are also pleased to build on our strong working relationship with everyone at Supercars Media.”