Will Davison

Race Car Driver; Bathurst 1000 Winner

Will Davison - Race Car Driver; Bathurst 1000 Winner
Born

August 30th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Competed in Australia's Supercars Championship, achieving significant success throughout the career. Won the prestigious Bathurst 1000 race in 2016. Participated for various teams, including Ford Performance Racing and Erebus Motorsport. Demonstrated consistent high performance on various tracks across Australia, earning respect in the motorsport community.

Won the Bathurst 1000 in 2016

Competed in Supercars Championship

Raced for Ford Performance Racing

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