World
Driving
Championship
November | New Zealand
Racing’s Global Elite - Competing on Kiwi Soil
The 2025 World Driving Championship brings together ten world-class harness racing drivers from across the globe, each representing their home country. They’ll compete on New Zealand soil for the coveted world title, showcasing skill, speed, and national pride in every race.
It’s more than a competition – it’s a celebration of international talent, sporting spirit, and the passion that unites harness racing fans worldwide. As New Zealand plays host, all eyes will be on the action, the rivalries, and the great moments that will define this championship.
Latest News

Hospitality and sponsorship opportunities for Winton round of WDC
Winton will host Round 5 of the 2025 World Driving Championship on Nov 9 at Central Southland Raceway. Hospitality, marquee packages, and sponsorship opportunities are now available—contact Lindsay Beer today.

Hall Jnr privileged to represent Australia at WDC
Champion reinsman Gary Hall Jnr will represent Australia at the 2025 World Driving Championship in New Zealand, eyeing success against Blair Orange and global rivals after a stellar 4,100-win career.

Blair Orange channels the ABs in WDC
“Like the All Blacks at Eden Park” is the edge Blair Orange hopes will power him to victory when the World Driving Championship kicks off across New Zealand.
Race Days





Kaikoura
November 2 and 3
Cambridge
November 5
Addington
November 7
Winton
November 9
Addington
November 11