Race of Champions 2025: Results, Format, and How to Watch
The 2025 Race of Champions made history by landing in Sydney, Australia, for the first time, delivering a storyline that even scriptwriters couldn’t have written. Sébastien Loeb walked away with his record fifth Champion of Champions title, beating Chaz Mostert in the final.
Event: 33rd Race of Champions ·
Winner: Sébastien Loeb (5th title) ·
Venue: Accor Stadium, Sydney, Australia ·
Dates: 7–8 March 2025 ·
Milestone: First ROC in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere
Quick snapshot
- 2025 ROC winner is Sébastien Loeb (Race of Champions official site)
- Venue: Accor Stadium, Sydney (Race of Champions official site)
- Dates: 7–8 March 2025 (Race of Champions official site)
- Exact Nations Cup winning team for 2025 (official site confirms Team France, but bracket details remain partial)
- Specific ticket sales status for future ROC events
- Full region-by-region broadcast partner list
- Historical details of the very first Race of Champions in 1988
- 1988: First Race of Champions at Montlhéry, France (Race of Champions official site)
- 2000s‑2010s: Event hosted globally by legends (Race of Champions official site)
- 7–8 March 2025: 33rd ROC in Sydney, Loeb wins 5th title (Race of Champions official site)
- ROC 2026 likely to be announced – could return to a European venue or rotate to another continent
- Loeb’s fifth title raises the bar for future competitors
- Event organizers may expand the Nations Cup format
Seven key facts define the 33rd Race of Champions: a mix of event logistics, winner data, and historical context.
| Event | 33rd Race of Champions |
| Winner | Sébastien Loeb (5th title) |
| Dates | 7–8 March 2025 |
| Venue | Accor Stadium, Sydney, Australia |
| Milestone | First ROC in the Southern Hemisphere |
| Drivers | 12 international stars |
| Cars | Fleet of 5 standardized vehicles |
Where Can I Watch the Race Of Champions?
Official broadcasters and streaming partners
- The event was broadcast globally by partner networks including Fox Sports (Australia) and Viaplay (Nordic countries) – exact list varies by region (Race of Champions official site).
YouTube highlights and replays
- Full event replays and highlights are available on the official Race Of Champions YouTube channel (Race of Champions official site).
Social media recaps
- Short-form recaps and driver reactions were posted on Instagram, Twitter/X, and Facebook via the official ROC accounts.
How Does the Race of Champions Work?
The ROC Nations Cup format
- Teams of two drivers represent their country or series in a knockout tournament (Race of Champions official site).
The individual Race of Champions tournament
- Drivers compete head-to-head on a parallel track built inside the venue – described as about 1 km long (Race of Champions official site).
The knockout bracket and elimination rules
- Elimination follows a knockout bracket format with two‑leg semifinals and a two‑leg final; the driver with the best combined time advances (Speedcafe (Australian motorsport outlet)).
The format’s genius is simplicity: every driver gets the same machinery, so raw talent and adaptability decide the winner – not budget or team orders.
Who Participates in the Race of Champions?
The 2025 Race of Champions driver lineup
- The 2025 lineup included Sébastien Loeb, Valtteri Bottas, Mick Schumacher, Jamie Chadwick, and Chaz Mostert among others (Race of Champions official site).
Champions across Formula 1, WRC, and Rallycross
- Participants came from Formula 1, WRC, IndyCar, Le Mans, Supercars, and X‑Games backgrounds (Race of Champions official site).
The Nations Cup teams and pairings
- Team France (Loeb, Martins) won the Nations Cup by defeating Team Australia Supercars (Brown, Kostecki) in the final (Race of Champions official site).
What Cars Are Used in the Race of Champions?
The 2025 ROC car fleet
- The fleet included the Ford F‑150 Raptor, Subaru WRX, Ariel Atom, Radical SR3, and an RC2 rallycross car (Race of Champions official site).
Electric vs. combustion vehicles
- All vehicles in the 2025 fleet were combustion‑engined; electric and hybrid vehicles have featured in previous editions but not this year.
Performance and handling characteristics
- All cars in the same class are prepared identically to ensure a pure driver contest (Race of Champions official site).
Five different vehicles, one philosophy: equal machinery forces drivers to adapt quickly.
| Car | Type | Role at ROC |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F‑150 Raptor | High‑performance pickup truck | Off‑road/drift section |
| Subaru WRX | All‑wheel‑drive rally sedan | All‑purpose rally stage |
| Ariel Atom | Track‑focused open‑wheel roadster | Pure handling challenge |
| Radical SR3 | Lightweight sportscar | High‑speed track running |
| RC2 Rallycross Car | Professional rallycross vehicle | Mixed‑surface competition |
The variety means drivers must switch from a massive truck to a nimble track car in the same session – a skill that separates specialists from all‑rounders.
What Is the Race of Champions 2025 Schedule?
Event dates and location
- The event took place on Friday, March 7, and Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Accor Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park (Race of Champions official site).
Day‑by‑day program
- Doors opened at 5:30pm, show started at 6:30pm, first race at 7:30pm on both days (Race of Champions official site).
Ticket availability and future events
- Past and future ticket information is available on the official ROC website (Race of Champions official site).
What Are the Race of Champions 2025 Results?
Sebastien Loeb wins record fifth title
- Sébastien Loeb defeated Chaz Mostert in the individual final, winning by 0.276 seconds in the first leg and holding on in the second leg (Speedcafe (Australian motorsport outlet)).
Race of Champions 2024 recap
- The 2024 event was held at Pite Havsbad, Sweden, where Team Norway won the Nations Cup (Race of Champions official site).
Looking ahead to ROC 2026
- No official venue has been announced, though the success of Sydney may lead to a return to the Asia‑Pacific or a European rotation.
Loeb’s fifth title cements his legacy as the greatest ROC driver ever, but the razor‑thin margin highlights how close the field is getting – future events may see a new champion emerge.
Timeline: A Brief History of the Race of Champions
- – Inauguration at Montlhéry, France.
- – The event grows in stature, hosted around the world by legends like Schumacher, Vettel, Loeb, and Ekström.
- – Race of Champions at Pite Havsbad, Sweden; Team Norway wins Nations Cup (Race of Champions official site).
- – 33rd ROC in Sydney; Loeb wins 5th individual title; Team France wins Nations Cup (Race of Champions official site).
The pattern: ROC has evolved from a European exhibition to a global tour, with Sydney marking its first foray into the Southern Hemisphere – a strategic move that could reshape the calendar.
What’s Clear, What’s Not
Confirmed facts
- 2025 ROC winner is Sébastien Loeb (Race of Champions official site)
- Venue is Accor Stadium, Sydney (Race of Champions official site)
- Dates were March 7–8, 2025 (Race of Champions official site)
- Event was the 33rd running
- Driver lineup included Bottas, Schumacher, Chadwick (Race of Champions official site)
What’s unclear
- Exact Nations Cup winning team for 2025 (official site confirms Team France, but bracket details remain partial)
- Specific ticket sales status for future ROC events
- Full region-by-region broadcast partner list
- Historical details of the first Race of Champions in 1988
The event made history as the first Race of Champions held in the Southern Hemisphere.
Race of Champions official site
Molly Taylor caused an early upset in Group A, defeating Johan Kristoffersson.
Speedcafe (Australian motorsport outlet)
The 2025 Race of Champions proved that the event can thrive outside Europe. For motorsport fans, Loeb’s fifth title raises the question: can anyone stop him in 2026? For the organizers, the Sydney success provides a blueprint for expanding into new markets. For Australian fans, the hope is that ROC returns to the Asia‑Pacific region soon – or makes the Southern Hemisphere a regular stop.
Related reading: Official draw confirmed for 2025 · Champions of Champions Sydney
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Frequently asked questions
How can I rewatch the Race of Champions if I missed the live broadcast?
Full event replays and highlights are available on the official Race Of Champions YouTube channel. Social media accounts also posted condensed recaps.
What is the difference between the Race of Champions and the Nations Cup?
The Race of Champions is the individual tournament for the Champion of Champions title; the Nations Cup is a separate team event where pairs of drivers represent their country or series.
How fast do the cars go in the Race of Champions?
Speeds vary by car – the Radical SR3 can exceed 250 km/h, while the Ford F-150 Raptor is slower but more technical. The track layout at Accor Stadium was about 1 km long, keeping speeds manageable for head-to-head racing.
Who is the most successful driver in Race of Champions history?
Sébastien Loeb, with five individual titles (2003, 2005, 2008, 2022, 2025). He also holds the record for most Nations Cup wins.
Can anyone attend the Race of Champions, and where is it typically held?
Yes, tickets are sold to the public. Venues rotate globally – recent editions have been in Sweden, Mexico, and the UK, with Sydney 2025 marking the first in the Southern Hemisphere.
What types of motorsport do the participants in the Race of Champions represent?
The field typically includes drivers from F1, WRC, IndyCar, NASCAR, Le Mans, Supercars, and rallycross – making ROC a unique cross-discipline showdown.
Are the cars in the Race of Champions all the same or modified?
All cars in the same class are prepared identically by the ROC organization to ensure a pure driver contest. Drivers switch between different car types throughout the event.
Will the Race of Champions return to Australia or a new venue in 2026?
No official announcement has been made. Given the success of the Sydney event, a return to the Asia-Pacific region or a rotation back to Europe is possible.
Related reading: Official draw confirmed for 2025 · Champions of Champions Sydney
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