Samco Sport Named Title Sponsor of the 2026 Aberdare Park Road Races
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The Aberdare Park Road Races are proud to announce Samco Sport as Title Sponsor for the 2026 event, marking a major milestone in the continued growth and evolution of one of the UK’s most historic and prestigious road racing meetings.
The Samco Sport Aberdare Park Road Races 2026 will see the globally respected performance engineering brand support the event throughout the year, reinforcing a shared commitment to motorsport excellence, community engagement, and the future of road racing in South Wales.
First held in 1950, the Aberdare Park Road Races have built a reputation as one of the most unique and atmospheric circuits in the world. Set within a Victorian parkland setting, the event combines rich heritage with modern innovation and has enjoyed significant growth in recent years — from increased attendance and competitive grids to television coverage and worldwide streaming.
Welcoming Samco Sport as Title Sponsor represents a significant step forward for the event. As a South Wales–based company with a global footprint in motorsport, Samco Sport embodies the values that have long defined Aberdare Park: passion, engineering excellence, and a strong connection to road racing.
Race Director Derek Smith expressed his delight at securing the partnership:
“We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Samco Sport as Title Sponsor for the 2026 Aberdare Park Road Races. Their commitment to motorsport, both locally and internationally, aligns perfectly with our vision for the event. Having a globally recognised brand with strong South Wales roots supporting us is a huge endorsement of where the races are today and where they’re heading.”
Samco Sport’s involvement will extend well beyond race weekend, with collaborative marketing, media activity and fan engagement initiatives planned throughout 2026. The partnership reflects a shared ambition to continue building the profile of the event while preserving its character and community-led spirit.
Marketing Manager at Samco Sport, Matthew Davies, highlighted the significance of the title sponsorship:
“Supporting the Aberdare Park Road Races as Title Sponsor is something we’re incredibly proud of. It’s an event with real history, prestige and momentum, and one that means a great deal to the local community and to motorsport fans across the UK. We hope that this partnership will help Aberdare Park to continue it's positive trajectory."
The announcement underlines the growing appeal of the Aberdare Park Road Races to major motorsport brands and partners, as the event continues to attract wider audiences through live streaming, television coverage, and a renewed focus on fan experience.
Early Bird tickets for the Samco Sport Aberdare Park Road Races 2026 are now on sale and available until 2nd February. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and take advantage of frozen prices via the official website:
To learn more about Samco Sport and its involvement in motorsport worldwide, visit:
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