Since being axed by Red Bull last month, Daniel Ricciardo has kept a low profile. But ahead of this weekend's Bathurst 1000, Supercars officials have put their feelers out to see if the 35-year-old wants the chance to try and conquer Mount Panorama.

One offer has fallen by the wayside but another will remain open should the Aussie star have a change of heart.

Daniel Ricciardo’s career in Formula 1 might be over, but he has an open invitation from the Australian Supercars chief if he wants to race on the touring car circuit

Australian motorsport takes centre stage this weekend as the focus turns to regional New South Wales for this year's running of the Bathurst 1000.

Another fascinating week at Mount Panorama awaits motorsport fans with the 61st edition of the Bathurst 1000 taking place from Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th October. The Bathurst 1000 will be the tenth race of the Supercars season with the driver’s championship at a critical point with leader Will Brown 189 points clear of Chaz Mostert and 222 points ahead of Broc Feeney with 900 points up for grabs for the remainder of the season.