Tickford Racing

Tickford Racing is one of the largest and most established Ford teams in the Supercars Championship, and the pedigree here is serious. Previously known as Ford Performance Racing and Prodrive Racing Australia, the team has been a cornerstone of Ford’s factory-supported racing efforts in Australia for over two decades. Based in Campbellfield, Victoria, Tickford runs multiple Ford Mustangs and has produced some of the championship’s most exciting drivers and most memorable moments. The connection to Ford’s road car performance division gives it a unique position in the paddock that few other teams can replicate.

Team History

The team was founded in 2003 as Ford Performance Racing, created to serve as Ford Australia’s primary factory racing team. The early years were about building infrastructure and competitiveness, and the appointment of Tim Edwards as team principal provided the stable leadership that would guide the operation through multiple eras. Mark Winterbottom became the team’s most successful driver during the FPR era, winning the 2015 drivers’ championship in a dominant campaign — and the team also enjoyed success at Bathurst, with Winterbottom and Steven Richards claiming the Great Race.

The rebranding to Prodrive Racing Australia and subsequently to Tickford Racing reflected the evolving ownership structure and alignment with the Tickford automotive performance brand. Through these transitions, the team maintained its competitive edge and its commitment to developing young talent. Cameron Waters emerged as the lead driver, establishing himself as one of the most exciting and aggressive racers in the championship — the kind of driver who puts bums on seats and gets crowds on their feet.

Recent Form and Gen3 Era

The Gen3 era has presented both challenges and opportunities for Tickford. The team continues to field Ford Mustangs with Cameron Waters leading the charge alongside James Courtney, whose veteran experience provides invaluable technical feedback. Tickford’s multi-car operation gives it a significant data advantage over smaller teams, and the engineering group continues to push hard for improvements. The deep relationship with Ford ensures the team remains at the forefront of Mustang development in the championship — and that manufacturer connection matters enormously.

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Team Profile

Tickford Racing competes in the Supercars Championship with Cameron Waters and James Courtney driving Ford Mustangs. As one of the championship’s multi-car operations with deep Ford factory ties, Tickford brings significant resources and engineering expertise to every round of the season. When the Blue Oval needs results, Tickford is the team they turn to.

NC — Staff sports writer, australiafootball.com