04/07/2026
This 2025/26 season, Burns Racing covered approximately 16,000 kilometres and attended 21 race meetings across the country. Along with some fun in our tow vehicle, 4 blown tyres, overheating on the Nullarbor, a diff, and other small issues, what a rollercoaster it was! 🎢
The season began with a fresh-looking car, plenty of optimism, and some strong early performances that had us excited about what lay ahead. One of the biggest highlights came early when we received an invitation to compete at the NAPA Adelaide 500 Junior Sedan Invitational. What an incredible weekend that turned out to be. Mother Nature did everything she could to disrupt proceedings, but she was no match for a determined speedway community. Simply getting the opportunity to compete on such a stage was a huge achievement in itself, but to come away with a podium finish made it even more special. 🥈
Our trip to Western Australia for the Junior Sedan National Title in Esperance took us through every emotion imaginable. What began with excitement, anticipation, and a solid opening heat quickly turned to devastation when Ryan suffered a dramatic rollover during heat two. What happened next is something we will never forget. In the middle of the chaos emerged the very best of speedway. Crews, competitors, families and friends came from all directions to lend a hand. The support, dedication and determination shown by so many people was nothing short of incredible. Against all odds, Ryan was back on the track without missing a heat. We will forever be grateful to everyone who played a part in making that happen. 💖
To come so close to qualifying for the A-Main, only to miss out by two positions, was heartbreaking. Yet throughout the entire ordeal, Ryan carried himself with maturity, resilience and composure well beyond his years. In moments like that, the results become secondary. It reminded us exactly why we invest so much of ourselves into this sport.
Following our adventure West, the remainder of the season continued to test us. After a good victory at the JSSS round in Portland, we returned home full of confidence. Unfortunately, while the car was flying around Timmis Speedway Mildura in front of a huge Easter crowd, the engine let go. What followed was a frustrating few months of troubleshooting, rebuilding, testing and starting again. At times the car wouldn't finish a meeting. 😟Occasionally it wouldn't even complete the first heat. We scratched our heads more times than we care to remember.
Thankfully, one thing our team has never lacked is determination. We are fortunate to have some incredibly stubborn people in our corner who refused to give up on the car, no matter how many challenges were thrown our way. As the season drew to a close, the pieces finally started to fall back into place. The car found its speed again, reliability returned, and it was incredibly rewarding to finish the year on a high note and take the top step on the podium. After what felt at times like the season from hell, it was the perfect way round out the season. 🏁
To some people, speedway might just look like driving around in circles. To us, it's so much more than that. It's about family, friendship, teamwork and community. It's about hard work, perseverance and learning how to get back up after being knocked over. It's about celebrating the highs, surviving the lows, and sharing every moment with the people who stand beside you along the way. And not to mention the laughs! So many laughs and good memories. 🤣😁
As we close the book on the 2025/26 season, we want to sincerely thank our sponsors, supporters, crew, officials, volunteers, fellow competitors, family and friends. Your support makes everything we do possible.
Here's to the challenges overcome, the memories made, and whatever adventures await us in 2026/27. 🏁🏆❤️
Massive thanks to our sponsors who are there for all our (literal) ups & downs:
Aline Trading Pty Ltd
Sunraysia Garage Doors
United Fasteners Australia
4FOUR Manufacturing
Azzco Engineering
Outdoor Experts
Laser Signs & Print
Consprcy Collective
Quick Coats
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