Greg Murphy
Four-time Bathurst 1000 winner, motorsport legend and high-performance speaker
Overview
Greg "Murph" Murphy is one of Australasia's most iconic motorsport personalities. A four-time Bathurst 1000 champion, V8 Supercars star and respected motorsport commentator, Greg built his reputation through exceptional performance, relentless determination and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Best known for his legendary "Lap of the Gods" at Mount Panorama and his remarkable success at Bathurst, Greg now shares powerful lessons on leadership, teamwork, resilience and performing under pressure with audiences across Australia and New Zealand.
Who is Greg Murphy?
Greg Murphy's motorsport journey began in karting as a child before progressing through the ranks to become one of the most successful drivers in touring car racing history.
After establishing himself as a rising talent in New Zealand motorsport, Greg moved to Australia and quickly became a prominent figure in professional racing. His breakthrough came with victory at the 1996 Bathurst 1000 alongside Craig Lowndes, launching a career that would ultimately see him claim four Bathurst crowns and become one of the sport's most recognisable personalities.
Over more than two decades of elite competition, Greg achieved 27 race wins, more than 400 race starts and numerous podium finishes, consistently competing against the best drivers in the world. His unforgettable pole-position lap at Bathurst in 2003, famously known as "The Lap of the Gods," remains one of the most celebrated moments in motorsport history.
Following his retirement from full-time competition, Greg transitioned into media, commentary, driver education and motorsport management. Today, he combines his elite sporting experience with engaging storytelling to help organisations understand what it takes to perform consistently in high-pressure environments.
Career Highlights
• Four-time Bathurst 1000 winner (1996, 1999, 2003, 2004)
• Bathurst 24 Hour winner
• 27 V8 Supercars race victories
• More than 400 professional race starts
• Creator of the iconic "Lap of the Gods" at Bathurst in 2003
• Back-to-back NZ V8 SuperTourer Champion (2013, 2014)
• Leading Supercars television commentator and analyst
• Motorsport executive and industry leader
• Road safety advocate and educator
Key Speaking Themes
• High performance and sustained success
• Leadership in high-pressure environments
• Teamwork and trust
• Performing under pressure
• Decision-making at speed
• Resilience and overcoming setbacks
• Continuous improvement and preparation
• Reinvention after elite sport
What Your Audience Will Gain
Greg shares practical lessons from a career spent competing in one of the world's most demanding sporting environments. Audiences gain valuable insights into teamwork, preparation, leadership and performing under pressure. His presentations blend entertaining motorsport stories with practical takeaways that leaders, teams and organisations can immediately apply to improve performance and achieve results.
Ideal For
• Leadership and executive conferences
• Sales kick-offs and performance events
• Automotive and transport industry conferences
• Corporate offsites and team-building programmes
• Sporting and high-performance forums
• Awards nights and after-dinner presentations
Frequently Asked Questions...
What does Greg Murphy speak about?
Greg speaks about leadership, teamwork, high performance, resilience, decision-making, pressure and lessons from elite motorsport.
Who is Greg Murphy?
Greg Murphy is a four-time Bathurst 1000 champion, motorsport commentator and one of Australasia's most celebrated racing drivers.
How many times did Greg Murphy win Bathurst?
Greg won the Bathurst 1000 four times, cementing his place among the event's all-time greats.
What is the "Lap of the Gods"?
It refers to Greg's famous pole-position lap at the 2003 Bathurst 1000 Top 10 Shootout, regarded as one of the greatest laps in motorsport history.
Why is Greg Murphy a sought-after keynote speaker?
His experience performing under pressure at the highest level of motorsport provides valuable lessons on leadership, teamwork and achieving excellence.
What leadership lessons does Greg Murphy share?
He focuses on preparation, accountability, teamwork, resilience and making critical decisions under pressure.
Who benefits most from Greg Murphy's presentations?
Leaders, executives, sales teams, sporting organisations and businesses focused on performance and culture gain significant value from his insights.
Is Greg Murphy available for keynote presentations and MC roles?
Yes. Greg Murphy is available for keynote speaking engagements, corporate conferences, industry events, panels and professional MC roles across Australia and New Zealand.