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
$2500 for trainers in WDC
Win one of five $500 Garrards vouchers! Automatic entry with every WDC starter across Kaikoura, Cambridge, Addington and Winton this November.
Jaap Van Rijn not feeling any heat ahead of WDC
Dutch driver Jaap Van Rijn says he feels no pressure heading into his first World Driving Championship, just excitement, pride, and determination.
Varenne’s driver heading to WDC in New Zealand
Italian driver Giampaolo Minnucci, famed for his partnership with trotting legend Varenne, replaces Antonio Simioli in Italy’s World Driving Championship team following Simioli’s withdrawal for personal reasons.
