Brodie Kostecki's dominance at the Bathurst 1000 is a story that continues to captivate racing enthusiasts. In a thrilling display of skill and precision, Kostecki has secured his third consecutive pole position, an achievement that places him in an elite club alongside legends like Allan Moffat and Peter Brock.
The top 10 qualifying shootout for the Repco Bathurst 1000 was a tense battle, with Kostecki's lap time of 2m04.0413s on the Mount Panorama circuit just missing his own record set on Friday. Cam Waters, Chaz Mostert, and Ryan Wood joined him in an all-Ford top four, a feat not seen since 1990.
"It's an incredible feeling to be among such prestigious company," Kostecki said, reflecting on his fourth pole of the season. "The support from the fans is overwhelming, and their cheers fuel my determination."
But here's where it gets controversial... Cooper Murray, representing Erebus Motorsport, had the potential to secure a third consecutive pole for his team. However, he lost crucial time across the top, settling for provisional third.
Ryan Wood's run was promising, but a moment of grass-catching proved costly, dropping him to third. Feeney and Kostecki were left to chase Waters' time, with Feeney eyeing his 15th pole of the Supercars season and his first in the prestigious "Great Race."
Feeney's attempt at the pole was dramatic, with an oversteer moment at Hell Corner. He pushed hard, taking aggressive lines, but it wasn't enough to beat Kostecki's time.
And this is the part most people miss: Kostecki's ability to manage understeer through Hell Corner and maintain perfection for a third year in a row. It's a testament to his skill and consistency.
The top 10 for the race includes Kostecki, Waters, Mostert, Wood, Feeney, Murray, Randle, Hill, De Pasquale, and Percat.
Will Kostecki's streak continue, or will someone challenge his dominance? Join the conversation and share your predictions in the comments! The action-packed Bathurst 1000 awaits, and the race is on!
