Newcastle racers thrill fans at Northern Natal Motorsport

Racing enthusiats gathered in their numbers for the Northern natal Motorsport Oval Track this past Saturday.

May 12, 2026

Zianne Leibrandt 1 minute read

A collage of images of the Oval Track vehicles pictured at the Northern Natal Motor Sport Oval Track in Newcastle. — Motorheads were spoilt with excitement this past weekend.

Motor racing enthusiasts from across Newcastle gathered at Northern Natal Motorsport for an action-packed evening of high-speed racing on Saturday, May 9.

With clear skies and ideal racing conditions, engines roared to life as spectators lined the track to cheer on their favourite drivers.

The evening delivered plenty of excitement, with close contests across several classes.

Two drivers pose next to trophys that are standing on top of an orange car. — Driver of the Day:
Wiekie Bezuidenhout.
Floating trophy proudly sponsored by Mohameds Midas Newcastle.

Race results were as follows:

1600 Stock:

Wiekie Bezuidenhout
Jan Delport
Anton van Rooyen

1660:

Dewald Botha
Mohammed Khan
Hendrik van der Merwe

2.1 Modified:

Eugene Reynecke
Jonathan Hattingh
Hendrik du Preez

Hot Rods:

Eugene Reynecke
Stephan van der Merwe
Riaan Prinsloo

Tin Tops / Heavy Metals:

Tiaan Buys
Boet Buys
Jan Delport

WATCH: Another thrilling night at Northern Natal Motorsport

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