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With Sprintcars on the VAILO Adelaide 500 schedule, we thought it was time for another catchup with world renowned driver, James McFadden who will be racing the NAPA Auto Parts backed Hodges Motorsport #5 in Adelaide. 

The Aussie speedway star made an emotional speech at the recent High Limit Series banquet announcing his retirement from full time racing in the USA, but it’s not the end of the road.

J-Mac talks about the reasons behind his shock decision, explains what’s next and shares some highs and lows from his time in the States.

We look ahead to a significant moment for the sport (in this part of the world) and what his expectations are with the Hodges Motorsport team this weekend.

It’s been a hell of a ride for J-Mac, but as you’ll hear he’s at the peak of his game and still deeply loves turning left and standing on the gas! Enjoy the ride. 

A huge thank you to Tim Hodges from Hodges Motorsport for making this chat possible. 

The 2024 VAILO Adelaide 500 is the 25th edition of the event, General Admission tickets start from $39 and can be bought at Ticketmaster, which includes access to NAPA Speedway, Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Sprint and after-race concert series headlined by Cold Chisel and Crowded House. For more information, visit adelaide500.com.au

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A full debrief from the Gold Coast 500, and a look towards what awaits us in Adelaide. 

Broc Feeney let's fly on what the Championship fight could look like for him and his team mate Will Brown at the VAILO Adelaide 500, plus Tim Slade opens up on his full time racing career after 16-years coming to an end and Aaron Love with his take on his Rookie Year and the world of racing with a laugh a long the way. 

Plus, insights into the 2025 calendar and YOUR MAILBAG. 

It's all there for you on another free flowing, fresh, Driver's Only chat.  

Plus, the hot tips for what awaits at The Gala.  

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The ‘Grig & Grig’ show is back after Murph’s recent run in a VN Commodore in the awesome Heritage Touring Car support races at the Bathurst 1000 where he was also a Fanbassador!  

The gig went so well he is now off to the season ending VAILO Adelaide 500 in a similar role. Speedway, Supercross, plus Cold Chisel, Crowded House and now with added Murph!

The 2024 VAILO Adelaide 500 is the 25th edition of the event, General Admission tickets start from $39 and can be bought at Ticketmaster, which includes access to NAPA Speedway, Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Sprint and after-race concert series headlined by Cold Chisel and Crowded House. For more information, visit adelaide500.com.au

Back to the Shortcast, we talk about that forthcoming Supercars title decider plus reflections on the Bathurst and Gold Coast rounds. Why the best is yet to come for Ryan Wood at Walkinshaw Andretti United, Richie Stanaway’s new home and why he’s flying again.

There’s the new Next Gen championship over summer which fittingly includes the next generation of Murphy’s getting behind the wheel and the mic!

It wouldn’t be complete without some thoughts on Liam Lawson’s performance at the F1 races in Texas and Mexico, where the next young Kiwi open wheel stars might come from as the Tony Quinn Foundation continues to help open doors.

And Murph’s passionate pursuit of better driving standards for young motorists in his native New Zealand through his excellent Street Smart program.

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Recorded at Focus Driver Performance Centre at Sydney Motorsport Park, Rusty and Josh chatted before he hopped into his Hyundai Elantra TCR car to continue the defence of his 2023 Australian Title.

Buchan was on double duty, driving a McLaren in the GT4 Championship at SMSP too, where he finished 2nd outright on Sunday and took a class win.

Josh discusses his time in TCR, how he got the big break with HMO Customer Racing, what it was like working with the legendary Rob Benson, the nail biting finish to last year’s championship and how close he went to losing it.

He talks about working with Hyundai away from the track and the passion behind the N performance brand - including the Aussie influences.

Plus, taking on the TCR World Tour teams and drivers and what the future holds for this proper student of Motorsport who still can’t believe he’s made a life based round cars, car culture and of course racing!  

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The TCR Australia Champion is a great case study in backing yourself even when the odds seem against you. Josh Buchan candidly shares his humble upbringing, the connection to cars that inspired him as a young bloke and how he literally took a punt to make it to the next kart race meeting.

He discusses the phone calls he made and the lessons he learned outside the car to try and open doors to Formula Ford and Formula 3 on the pathway. Then there’s the epic race machines he’s driven at David Dicker’s impressive facility on the South Island of New Zealand before Josh had the chance to tear up Sydney Motorsport Park for Rodin Cars in the World Time Attack Challenge.

Even if you don’t know Josh you’ll be gripped by his story and his story telling. No doubt we’ll be hearing more of him in the years to come.

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Rusty just happened to be in town when Bruno Senna jetted in to do some night driving at Sydney Motorsport Park as a part of his role with McLaren Automotive.

The pair chatted over coffee at the McLaren Sydney dealership about Bruno’s time in F1, his legendary Uncle - the late Ayrton Senna -  the rise of Aussie Oscar Piastri and the brutal past few weeks for Daniel Ricciardo.

Plus, the intense scrutiny he endured during his own career as well as a decade dedicated to McLaren on the automotive side which keeps the Senna name connected to the famous marque.

Bruno shares a rarely known personal story on Ayrton and what we might expect from the new Netflix series which is due out next month.

This special bonus ep is a beauty. Fire it up…..you won’t be disappointed! 

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Former 500cc Grand Prix winner Daryl Beattie joins us on the Garage along with the voice of MotoGP, Matt Birt to preview this weekend’s round at Phillip Island.

An epic battle resumes between Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia for the 2024 title at this classic old school layout. There’s nothing quite like the Island but a new track surface could really upset the form guide!

Will the legendary Marc Marquez, who knows how to tame the Island, be a factor in final outcome and what about Aussie Jack Miller’s chances?

Matt and Daz share their observations and insights on the contenders, Ducati’s dominance plus Honda and Yamaha’s mission to regain consistent competitiveness.

This is your perfect companion for the trip to the Island as we look ahead to an unmissable weekend of racing.

If you can’t be there catch the coverage with Daz and the Ten team on Saturday and Sunday - check your guides as they say.

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Supercars content DOES NOT, and WILL NOT get better than this! Unfiltered winners chat.

Good mates Brodie Kostecki and Todd Hazelwood jump into the studio to step through all of the emotions, all of the strategy and all of the big moments (on track and celebrations) in a raw episode of Drivers Only as we wrap up The Great Race. 

Beautifully steered by legend James Courtney, the trio step through Bathurst, preview the Gold Coast 500, get pumped for Adelaide, chat the 2025 calendar and the rest of the ins and outs of Supercars.

Some fun, and some swear words - and some absolute winners. Plus, all of your questions from our very popular mailbag!

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Happy Bathurst Week, everyone! To gear up for the Great Race, Rusty sits down with Team 18 Team Principal, Adrian Burgess.

In this episode, Adrian shares his memories of winning the race and reflects on how this legendary venue compares to the iconic European tracks he worked at during his impressive tenure at McLaren in Formula 1, alongside legends like Mika Hakkinen and Ayrton Senna.

There’s lots of anticipation as 2013 winner Mark Winterbottom makes his final Bathurst appearance with this squad while their other star driver, David Reynolds, who famously triumphed here in 2017, tries to get his hands on the famed Peter Brock trophy again. 
Plus, his take on managing a team of 25 people at the Bathurst 1000 and he discusses strategic considerations with the Gen 3 machines. 

It’s your ultimate pre-event guide to enjoy while traveling to the Mountain or getting the house ready for 40 hours of massive coverage of the biggest race of the season!

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Rusty catches up with the likeable host of Fox Sport’s Supercars coverage during her final preparations for the Great Race - the 2024 Bathurst 1000.

Jess Yates' story is one of incredible drive and determination. She is a story teller who understands the nuances of racing and the business of Motorsport and can seamlessly shift from catering to hardcore race fans and casual viewers.

From working in Laos of all places in her early years, doing the hard yards at Channel Nine and Channel Ten in Australia before landing a dream job with Fox Sports, she takes us into all of the details of her journey, including some of the mentors who provided sage advice along the way, legends that now share the host set with her. 

It’s easy listening to this chat and you’ll discover why Jess is such an inspiration.

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