The car that won the Bathurst 1000 today (October 12, 2025) was driven by Matt Payne and Garth Tander of Grove Racing. They delivered a remarkable victory for Ford and Penrite Racing in very challenging wet conditions, with Payne and Tander crossing the finish line just within the required margin after a late battle and some penalties affecting other contenders. This victory marks a significant achievement for both drivers, with Tander earning his sixth Bathurst win and Payne celebrating his maiden Bathurst 1000 victory.