Feeney Fights Through Engine Drama for Dominant Adelaide Victory
Supercars championship leader Broc Feeney has clinched a stunning victory in the penultimate race on the Adelaide streets, despite battling significant engine problems throughout the event. The triumph edges him closer to the title, but a determined drive from rival Chaz Mostert ensures the championship battle will be decided in the final race.
Teamwork and Tenacity Shape the Podium
Starting from pole position for a record 18th time this season, Triple Eight Race Engineering's young gun Feeney immediately reported an engine misfire. Despite this mechanical concern, he managed to secure his 14th win of the campaign in a commanding performance.
The race saw a dramatic and selfless act from Ryan Wood, who slowed on the final lap to allow his Walkinshaw Andretti United teammate, Chaz Mostert, to claim second place. This strategic move was crucial, as it keeps Mostert within striking distance of Feeney in the championship standings.
Mostert now trails Feeney by just 23 points, with a maximum of 125 points available for the winner of Sunday's 250km finale.
A Masterclass Drive Through the Field
Chaz Mostert delivered one of the drives of the season, carving his way from 12th on the grid to a second-place finish. This incredible charge was made even more impressive by the fact his Ford Mustang suffered severe left-front damage.
In his desperate quest for a maiden championship, the 33-year-old hit a tyre bundle at turn one on two separate occasions to avoid a kerb strike penalty. His challenges began even before the race, with a sub-par qualifying result after his Mustang failed to start.
Defending champion Will Brown was the next best of the finalists in fourth, followed by Grove Racing rookie Kai Allen.
The race began with an enthralling battle for the lead, as pole-sitter Feeney lost the top spot on the opening lap to Blanchard Racing Team rookie Aaron Cameron. However, Cameron's charge ended unluckily on lap nine with an unforced crash at turn four, forcing the dejected rookie to walk back to pit lane.
The championship will now be decided in Sunday's final 250km race, with Feeney holding a slender but valuable advantage. All eyes will be on Adelaide as the Supercars season reaches its thrilling conclusion.
