Greek Australian driver Aaron Zerefos has marked his return to endurance racing with a strong result at the Bathurst 6 Hour, securing third place in Class B1 at Mount Panorama Circuit over the weekend.
Zerefos continues to build momentum on the national motorsport stage, with this latest result adding to his growing presence in Australian endurance racing.
Zerefos competed as part of the DNA Autosport team, sharing driving duties in the #105 BMW 135i alongside co-driver Rob Bryden in a highly competitive field of more than 70 cars.
The annual six-hour endurance race, held from April 3 to 5, tested drivers across changing track conditions and demanding stints, with teams required to balance consistency, strategy and mechanical reliability across the duration of the race.
Speaking after the race, Zerefos said preparation and consistency were key to the result.
“I knew going into the weekend our preparation was good and we had every chance to bring home a result,” he said.
“Being a six-hour race, a lot can happen. Once Rob Bryden handed me the car after the first quarter, I just put my head down and focused on making sure we had a strong car at the finish. Thankfully it all played out.
“I enjoyed some great on-track battles and managed to stay clear of the carnage.”
That measured approach proved effective, with Zerefos executing his role across qualifying and key race stints, contributing to the team’s consistency and securing a top-three finish in their class.
Competing in Class B1 for high-performance forced induction vehicles, Zerefos was entrusted with key responsibilities across the weekend, including qualifying duties and race stints at Mount Panorama.
The result marks a strong return to Bathurst for Zerefos, reinforcing his reputation as a reliable and disciplined endurance driver, while continuing to represent the Greek-Australian community on the national stage.
With each appearance, Zerefos is further establishing himself within Australian motorsport, combining technical consistency with a growing track record in competitive endurance fields.
The 2026 Bathurst 6 Hour was broadcast nationally across SBS, Fox Sports and Kayo.
Zerefos is set to continue his international schedule in the coming weeks, with plans to attend the Long Beach Grand Prix in Los Angeles before heading to Indianapolis for the Indy 500.
