On June 10, 2024, iRacing adds the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park at The Bend to its ever-growing list of international circuits. Situated near Adelaide, Australia, The Bend is one of the most modern and versatile racing facilities in the world, offering an incredible array of configurations.
Its arrival in iRacing represents a major milestone for sim racers seeking authentic Australian venues beyond Bathurst and Phillip Island. With seven unique layouts, The Bend offers experiences ranging from tight, technical sprint racing to the mammoth endurance challenges of its 7.77 km GT layout—the second-longest permanent circuit in the world.
What makes The Bend unique in iRacing
- Seven configurations: Grand, GT, International, West, East, and shorter club layouts.
- Versatility: Supports everything from Supercars to GT endurance and grassroots racing.
- Modern design: Built in 2018, offering world-class facilities and FIA Grade 2 certification.
- GT Circuit: At 7.77 km, it is only second in length to the Nürburgring Nordschleife among permanent tracks.
- Australian motorsport relevance: A new-generation circuit already part of the Supercars calendar.
With its release, iRacers gain access to one of the most flexible and exciting modern circuits in the world.
