Rain disrupted the 2026 Bend 500 Supercars round in Australia. A wild storm hit before the race, prompting the Porsche support race to be called off. The Safety Car came out during the main event. The Top 10 Shootout session had preceded the race, but the shifting conditions and brake tweaks added uncertainty. The start was chaotic, with disaster for several drivers as the running order shifted. Fans could follow the action via Supercars channels and streaming services.