Canberra driver Zach Bates delivered a huge performance at Bathurst, securing pole position before finishing third overall in the Great Race.

The young local spent time running in second and remained in contention during a dramatic 161 laps around Mount Panorama.

Kristen and Nige celebrated the result on air, praising Zach’s talent, humility and exciting future behind the wheel.

A pole position and podium finish at Bathurst is no small achievement. Canberra, keep an eye on Zach Bates.

Listen to us talk it through below.