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Special Stage: The ARC's big new TV deal explained (feat. Adrian Coppin)

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Show Notes

On this episode of Special Stage, Luke Whitten sits down with Australian Rally Championship Manager Adrian Coppin to break down the major news surrounding the series' new broadcast deal.

With a move to Fox Sports and Kayo officially locked in for 2026, we discuss what this means for the sport's visibility and for the fans watching from home.

We also dive into the revised event formats, including the new Shakedown schedule and the highly anticipated changes coming to Rally Queensland in Gympie.

It is a listen for anyone wanting to know the direction of the ARC in 2026.

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