The race securely locks back into its traditional early October weekend, delivering a brutal, highly tactical endurance showcase. A massive field of V8 Supercars engages in a high-speed game of strategy, with fuel economy and tyre wear dictating the order. Mark Skaife and Tony Longhurst execution is flawless, piloting their Holden Racing Team Commodore through high-pressure restarts to claim a monumental, hard-fought triumph on the mountain.