From Drift Champion to Drift Judge? Darren Kelly is back for D1NZ 2026

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Written By Kenny Ruddell

Multi-time New Zealand Drift Champion Darren Kelly is making a return to D1NZ, this time swapping his race helmet for duties as a Drift Judge in the upcoming 2026 season.

Stephen McIvor caught up with him at the iconic Pukekohe Park Raceway, talking about his motorsport career, the switch to judging official, and whether rumored international drift stars will be able to tackle one of the most infamous drifting circuits in the world..


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