Ford Mustang Cup Racing Series to Launch in Australia in 2026
Australia is set to ignite with the thunder of Mustangs as Ford Performance confirms the arrival of the Mustang Cup Australia in 2026. [[1]] [[2]] [[3]]
The national series will feature a fleet of factory-built ford Mustang Dark Horse R race cars, designed to deliver “impressive performance and durability straight out of the box.” [[1]] This one-make competition aims to bridge the gap between entry-level motorsport and professional series like Supercars and GT3 [[3]],serving as a crucial breeding ground for future racing talent.
Key Highlights:
Race Car: The series will utilize the Mustang Dark Horse R, a “turnkey racer” built for competitive performance. [[1]]
Series Management: Driving solutions, led by James Stewart and Jo Higson, will manage the series, with Liam Curkpatrick serving as category manager. [[1]]
Event Schedule: Mustang Cup Australia will be contested across six rounds as part of the Shannons SpeedSeries. [[1]]
Global Connection: The Australian series mirrors the popular Mustang Cup already established in the United States, running alongside the IMSA SportsCar Championship. [[1]]
* Proven Performance: The success of Australian driver Cameron McLeod, winning a double-header weekend in the Mustang Dark Horse R at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, underscored the carS potential and influenced Ford Performance’s decision. [[1]]
“The Mustang Dark horse R was designed to be a turnkey race car to provide a thrilling, accessible, and competitive platform for drivers,” stated Mark Rushbrook, Ford Performance global director. [[1]] James Stewart of Driving Solutions echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the series’ potential to attract both drivers and fans alike. [[1]]