Some of the fastest circuit boat racers in Australia that hit speeds of up to 240kmph will be competing for the Melton Gold Cup across February 16, 17 and 18.
Now in its 28th year, the Melton Gold Cup will have Australia’s fastest Blown Alcohol Displacement (B.A.D.) racing boats and 2,500 daily spectators descend on the Melton Reservoir.
Bring your chair and blanket for a picturesque day enjoying exciting speedboat racing with family and friends.
Melbourne Runabout and Speedboat Club Commodore Chris Dynon said for the first time this year the races will include the first round of the Australian drivers championship, which is run over four rounds around the country, and TV coverage from 7plus and 7mate will ensure its bigger than ever.
“You will never see anything like it – when the boats are all lined up coming down the front straight and heading to the first turn it has you jumping to your feet… And the speed of them all doing 150mph all trying to be the first to the corner and then all battling it out for three laps just trying to take out the win,” he said.
“The event isn’t just about boat racing, it’s about putting back, we donate the gate-taking to Beyond Blue.
“So, get behind it as it’s an important charity, and if you haven’t seen powerboat racing you won’t be disappointed with three days of action pack side by side racing, with lots of action.
“So bring your chairs and sit back and be ready for anything to happen.”
