Doubts Over Future Of Sydney 500?

V8 Supercars, Sydney 500. (C)

    You alight from the train. As you travel up the escalators from the subway, that distinctive engine note reverberates off the buildings and pavilions that guard the circuit. Upon hitting the surface, another change up the 6 speed sequential gearbox just whacks your eardrums. The circuit's narrow. The punters are close to the action. The cars flirt with the intimidating walls. There's no mistaking it. V8 Supercars are on track at the Sydney 500.
    For a few seasons now the Sydney 500 has played host to the V8 Supercars season finale. However, fans' response to the Sydney Olympic Park Street Circuit has been mixed. Many love the closeness of racing and unpredictability that comes with a narrow street circuit. The cars ride the kerbs and are frequently up on two wheels. The indoor paddock is unique and allows fans unprecedented access to the teams as they prepare the cars. The flipside is that despite fans being close to the action, the viewing is not good. They cannot access all parts of the circuit. Many decree the circuit uninspiring that consequentially only allows processional racing. Punter numbers were definitely down at this year's event.
    The contract for the Sydney 500 has another year to run, but at the time of writing, no contract extension had been agreed upon. Will 2016 be the Sydney 500's finale? Does the Sydney Olympic Street Circuit have a future in V8 Supercars? Would you prefer to see another circuit accept the mantle of showcasing Australia's premier motorsport category's season ending decider?
    Congratulations to Mark Winterbottom in winning his first V8 Supercar championship. 

    Best wishes to all our friends for the Christmas season. Cheers....
      

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