Thomas Randle recently participated in a signing session alongside his Tickford Racing Supercars teammate Cameron Waters, showcasing the camaraderie and excitement within the racing community.
Recent Activities in the United States
[IMAGE0CONTEXT:bmw_unknown] Following the latest Supercars event at Queensland Raceway, Randle traveled to the United States to join RFK Racing at Richmond Raceway. Both Randle and RFK Racing share a common sponsor in Castrol, which also supports owner-driver Brad Keselowski’s #6 Ford Mustang. Randle is among the two Supercars drivers attending the Cup Series race, alongside Grove Racing’s Matt Payne.
Randle’s Impressions of NASCAR
“I’ve watched so many NASCAR races. To actually be here, the schedules have aligned and allowed us to come to this race,” Randle expressed to reporters at Richmond. “I haven’t even seen the cars on track yet and I’m pretty blown away. It’s been a phenomenal experience so far.” He shared his long-standing desire to visit the United States, noting, “I’ve been trying to get to the States for a few years. It’s nice to have finally made it happen, and the fact that obviously there’s a Castrol connection is great.”
Future Collaborations
Randle also mentioned the mutual support between the teams, stating, “If any of the RFK guys or girls come to Australia, we’ll look after them too. It definitely goes both ways.” In recent years, several Supercars drivers have transitioned to competing in the top three NASCAR divisions, with Shane van Gisbergen being the most notable, making the move full-time in 2024. Randle’s Tickford teammate Cameron Waters, along with 2024 Supercars champion Will Brown and co-driver Jack Perkins, have also made appearances in NASCAR.
Interest in NASCAR Racing
When asked about the possibility of joining the ranks of Supercars drivers in NASCAR, Randle acknowledged the financial challenges involved. “That would be amazing, but it doesn’t work like that,” he remarked when inquired about racing at the upcoming Charlotte ROVAL. “The cars cost a lot of money to run, so you need the car, the crew, and the backing financially. So, we’ll see. To do a road course would be pretty cool.”
The Future of Supercars in the U.S.
Randle reflected on the history of Supercars racing in the United States, mentioning that the series has previously raced at Circuit of the Americas. He expressed enthusiasm for a potential return, saying it “would be sick,” but also tempered expectations regarding its likelihood. “Maybe we should join them when we go to San Diego; that would be cool,” he suggested. “It would be awesome if we could get back overseas. We do race in New Zealand, but whether we can go further and put the cars in planes again and race, I’m not sure. I think Supercars are looking at trying to do some more international events, but whether it’s in the States, I’m not sure.”
Current Standing in Supercars
As the Supercars season progresses into the Endurance Cup, Randle currently sits in 10th place, preparing for the Airtouch 500 at The Bend from September 12-14 at Tailem Bend.