TV Ratings (12/10/2025): Well-Timed Penalty Races Matt Payne To The Win In First Bathurst 1000

TV Ratings: Matt Payne Wins First Bathurst 1000

A well-timed penalty against James Golding led to Matt Payne's win in his first Bathurst 1000 race.

The race, marked by wet weather and safety cars, is being hailed as the most exciting in years, with a total TV national reach of nearly 4 million and a national average of 1,493,000.

The showdown was intense, with Cooper Murray initially in the lead, but Golding's decision to overtake him proved costly, spinning them both out and giving Payne the lead.

Golding regained control and raced to the lead once more, but received a five-second penalty that ultimately led to his downfall.

The race's TV ratings placed it third overall and first among non-news programs.

Author's summary: Matt Payne wins first Bathurst 1000 due to penalty.

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