Payne Bathurst victory named as finalist for Halberg Sporting Moment of the Year

Matthew Payne’s extraordinary 2025 Bathurst 1000 victory in torrential rain has been named a finalist for New Zealand’s Favourite Sporting Moment at the 63rd ISPS Handa Halberg Awards. In October 2025, Payne delivered a masterclass in skill, composure, and determination on one of motorsport’s most demanding stages. Battling relentless rain at Mount Panorama, Payne conquered …