Blanchard Racing Team Misses Supercars Finals Series
The team failed to qualify after a double disqualification at The Bend 500 cost them valuable championship points.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Motorsports
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The Blanchard Racing Team has officially missed the cut for the Supercars Finals Series following a difficult season. The team was unable to overcome a points deficit caused by a double disqualification at The Bend 500.
Why it matters
A crucial double disqualification for driver time violations at The Bend 500 forced James Golding out of the top 10 in the standings. This points loss proved insurmountable for the team in their quest to qualify for the final series.
James Golding currently sits 12th in the drivers' championship, while teammate Aaron Cameron holds 20th place. The team is positioned 9th in the overall teams' championship.
The players
Blanchard Racing Team
This is a professional Australian motorsport team competing in the Supercars Championship.
James Golding
He is a professional racing driver currently competing in the Supercars Championship.
Aaron Cameron
He is a professional racing driver participating in the Supercars Championship.
The details
The team was penalised at The Bend 500 for failing to adhere to minimum driver time rules, specifically leaving co-drivers in the car too long. Additionally, Aaron Cameron faced a drive-through penalty at the Gold Coast 500 for refueling his fuel tower during a non-enduro event.
Timeline
The Blanchard Racing Team received a double disqualification at The Bend 500.
James Golding and Aaron Cameron both experienced spins during the Saturday race at the Gold Coast 500.
Aaron Cameron finished 12th and James Golding finished eighth during the Sunday race at the Gold Coast 500.
Season Trajectory
Missing the Supercars Finals Series marks a significant shift in the team's season narrative, ending their contention for the title. This outcome highlights the extreme competitive balance where minor technical penalties at a single event can derail an entire year's points standing.
James Golding enters the remaining races of the season without a path to the Finals Series, affecting his final ranking in the drivers' championship. Fans should note the team's 9th place standing as they finalise their position in the teams' championship for the year.
The takeaway
Technical adherence is as critical as driving performance in the high-stakes environment of the Supercars Championship. Teams must ensure all regulatory boxes are checked to avoid penalties that can disqualify them from post-season contention.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Speedcafe.
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