Drift for a Cure

Grief turned into purpose.

Michael is a Year 13 student at St Patrick's College, Silverstream in Wellington. On the surface, he's a young driver with a Nissan 350Z, a debut season under his belt, and Formula Drift Japan firmly in his sights. But behind the ambition is a story that shapes every single lap he drives.

Michael lost his mother to breast cancer when he was 15 years old. "She was my biggest supporter. She never got to see me compete. I drive every time for her - and so that other families may not have to suffer the loss that we have."

Michael doesn't just race. He races with the weight of what his family has been through - and the fierce hope that no other family has to face the same thing. Breast Cancer Cure funds the research that makes that possible: world-class New Zealand scientists working to detect, treat, and ultimately end this disease.

When Michael drifts, his mum is in every corner. And when people donate, they're honouring that bond - and protecting someone else's. Drift for a Cure was born from love and loss, and Michael has honoured his mum in the most powerful way - turning grief into action, and momentum into impact.

Michael recently competed at the 2026 National Drifting Championship Grand Finale at Mercury Baypark Stadium, Mt Maunganui - bringing speed, skill, and purpose to one of New Zealand's biggest motorsport stages. Through his drive, in every sense, Michael is helping to raise vital awareness and funds for research into prevention, early detection, and improved treatment outcomes for breast cancer in Aotearoa.

Donate today to support Michael and be part of something powerful.

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