Motorsport Australia joins the wider motorsport community in honouring Darren Barlow who lost his life this weekend.

A respected and much-loved member of the motorsport community, Darren was a prominent trackside figure whose warmth, passion, and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Originally from Wollongong, Darren was an active motorsport member both on and off track. His love for motorsport was a source of inspiration to many, and his dedication to supporting the growth of grassroots motorsport was admired by the national sporting community.

Darren’s commitment and leadership in motorsport saw him serve as Motorsport Australia’s New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory State Council Chair, advocating for the states’ clubs and its members.

Motorsport Australia CEO Sunil Vohra said Darren was a highly valued member of the Motorsport Australia governance structure, and the organisation was deeply saddened at his passing.

“Darren’s energy, intellect and passion to grow state level motorsport was a pivotal part of our state council structure. Always looking for the way we could achieve more together, he worked tirelessly to support grassroots motorsport across NSW & ACT and nationally. A talented leader and role model for those coming up the ranks, he was a valued friend and colleague to many at Motorsport Australia,” Vohra said.

“On behalf of Motorsport Australia Board and our team across the country, I offer our deepest condolences to Darren’s family, friends and everyone across the motorsport community impacted by his passing.”

Darren’s passion for motorsport was evident on the track, having been a stalwart supporter and state champion of the SuperSports racing category in NSW.

In 2023, he was inducted as a life member to the SuperSports Race Car Club of Australia Hall of Fame – where he also served as President for many years.

Motorsport Australia State and Competition Racing Manager Bruce Astbury said Darren’s impact on the motorsport community and industry in Australia was immeasurable.

“He was all about the sport, incredibly generous with his time, and quite a visionary in the industry,” Astbury said.

“Where Darren was concerned, everything was possible. No matter the situation, Darren’s positivity prevailed.”