Darren Barlow #27.  Photo by Scott Walker

ABOUT 8.10pm on Saturday night, emergency services were called to Sydney Motorsport Park on Ferrers Road, Eastern Creek, following reports of a single-vehicle crash, during a sanctioned race event.

NSW Ambulance paramedics treated 53-year-old Darren Barlow – however, he died at the scene.

Officers attached to Blacktown Police Area Command established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the crash. A report was to be prepared for the information of the Coroner and Motorsport Australia notified of the incident.

At the December 2023 committee meeting of the Supersports Race Car Club of Australia, Darren was successfully nominated for a Life Membership of the Supersports Race Car Club of Australia, for his leading role in keeping Supersports Racing at the top of all the categories in the NSW Motor Racing Championship.

Darren had been the President of the Supersports Race Car Club of Australia for many years, as well as having been a leading competitor in the category throughout that time.

Australian Racing Car Drivers Club (ARDC) President Natalie Turmine issued the following on the ARDC Facebook page.

Vale Darren Barlow, Car #27 and Member #3639

The Australian Racing Drivers’ Club, its Members, and the wider Sydney Motorsport Park community are deeply saddened by the passing of one of our own, Darren Barlow.

A long-time friend of the ARDC and familiar face in pit lane, Darren officially joined the ARDC in 2012 as Member #3639, but his involvement in our Motorsport community began well before that. He was a valued competitor, a passionate advocate, and a much-loved part of our racing scene.

Darren’s commitment to the sport was evident in everything he did, from his leadership as Chair of the NSW Motor Race Panel to his tireless work supporting, leading and competing in the NSW SuperSports category.

More than just a competitor, Darren was a friend to many. His energy, generosity, and unwavering support for the sport have left a lasting legacy, and his absence will be felt across the paddock.

Darren’s passion for Motorsport ran deep; not just as a competitor, but as a leader, mentor and mate. He will be missed by many, but never forgotten by those who had the privilege to know him.

Our thoughts are with his partner Rebecca, his family and friends, and all those in our community who are mourning his loss. We extend our heartfelt support at this difficult time.

A further statement from the Club will be forthcoming on ARDC.com.au in the near future.

The event of the day was Round 4 of the 2025 MSA NSW Championships, featuring Supersports, Formula Vee, Formula Ford, Formula Open, Superkart, Production Touring and HQ Holdens.

Full results from the event can be found at: http://racing.natsoft.com.au/results/#2e Results