Date: 7th February 2026

The Roar is Back: Recapping Power Series Round 1 & What’s Coming for Round 2

There is a specific kind of magic that happens at Killarney International Raceway when the morning mist lifts and the first sound of a high-revving engine echoes off Table Mountain.

The 2026 Power Series kicked off with a bang in early February, and if Round 1 was any indication, we are in for one of the most competitive seasons in Western Province Motor Club history. With Round 2 just around the corner on Saturday, 7 March, it’s time to look back at the heroics and look forward to the next grid drop.

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🏁 Round 1 Recap: Setting the Tone

Round 1 wasn’t just a race; it was a statement. From the door-to-door action in the Polo Cup to the screaming superbikes, the “Home of Motorsport” was packed.

The Headliners:

• Thermo Fires Clubmans: A massive 31-car grid provided the “dice of the day.” The battle between the BMWs and Golfs proved that in Clubmans racing, no lead is ever safe.

• Laude Classic Cars: The nostalgia was high, but the speeds were higher. Seeing the legendary Porsches and Escorts fighting for grip reminds us why Killarney’s history is so special.

• The Two-Wheel Titans: The Superbikes delivered their signature nail-biting finishes. The duel at the front of the Superbike pack came down to tenths of a second, setting up a massive rivalry for the rest of the year.

Highlight of the Day: The emergence of the “Class X” and rookie drivers who proved they aren’t just there to make up the numbers—they’re here to challenge the veterans.

BMW CCCT Class

 

Bikes

 

 

Super Car and GT racing

 

Looking Ahead: Round 2 (Saturday, 7 March)

The championship momentum is building. While Round 1 was about shaking off the off-season rust, Round 2 is where the strategy deepens and the title chases truly begin.

What to Expect:

• Tighter Grids: Drivers have now had a month to analyze data and tweak setups. Expect lap times to drop across all categories.

• V8 Masters & Supercars: These monsters are always a crowd favorite. Listen for that distinctive V8 rumble as they power through Malmesbury Sweep.

• The Fan Experience: Beyond the track, the paddock will be buzzing. It’s the best place to get up close to the cars, meet the drivers, and grab a “Killarney Worsrol” between heats.

Feature	Information
Date	Saturday, 7 March 2026
Time	Gates open early; Racing starts at ~08:00
Venue	Killarney International Raceway, Cape Town
Tickets	Available at the gate or via Webtickets

 

Class Winners

Category	Winner / Standout	Notes
Superbikes	Kewyn Snyman	Dominant performance on the Missile Motorcycles Honda CBR1000RR.
Polo Cup	Kyle Visser	A massive win on debut in the Charl Electrical Engineering VW Polo.
V8 Masters	Sean Moore	Took the overall victory after a fierce battle with Marcel Angel.
GTi Challenge	Marco Busi	Edged out Nathan Victor in Class A for the top spot.
Extreme Supercars	Charl Arangies	His Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO was the car to beat, though Jonathan du Toit pushed him hard.
Classic Cars	Franco Donadio	The Ford Escort remains a force to be reckoned with in the Classic category.