Brodie Kostecki clinched pole position for the highly anticipated Bathurst 1000, showcasing an impressive lap time of 2:04.041. This accomplishment represents Kostecki’s third straight pole at the storied Great Race. Kostecki races under Dick Johnson Racing, alongside teammate Todd Hazelwood. Their dominance has laid the foundations for what will be an exciting race day at Mount Panorama.
The qualifying session unfolded with Kostecki leading a strong field of competitors, with Cam Waters following closely behind in second place, clocking in at 2:04.217. Of note, the best four qualifiers were all Ford Mustangs! That alone is impressive, but this will be the first time since 1990 that four different Fords have filled the top two rows of the grid.
Ryan Wood from Walkinshaw Andretti United secured the fourth spot with a lap time of 2:04.443, while Broc Feeney rounded out the top five with a time of 2:04.594. Other notable qualifiers included Thomas Randle in seventh with 2:04.735, Cameron Hill in eighth at 2:04.885, Anton De Pasquale in ninth with 2:04.911, and Nick Percat in tenth at 2:05.429.
Kostecki can’t express how happy he is with the way qualifying turned out and how welcoming the fans have been. He said, “Honestly, it’s incredible! That in-lap was really special when I saw all the fans, feeling their anticipation over the fence. His strong performance has created excitement among supporters and competitors alike as everyone gears up for the primary.
Even with this accomplishment under his belt, Kostecki isn’t done looking toward the future. He said, “I’ll keep you all posted tomorrow, we’ll know if it’s great down the straights. This claim speaks to his motivation to stay fast on the track.
Broc Feeney acknowledged the competition and stated, “A long way to go tomorrow so looking forward to it.” His excitement underscores the thrill of this unpredictable sport, where strategy and collaboration are the keys to endurance racing.
The importance of this year’s pole positions goes beyond a personal accomplishment. Ford Mustangs making up the top ranks dominance marks a comeback for the brand in Australian motorsport. Looks like the competitive spirit is starting to boil over! Race drivers are looking forward to an intense, competitive and spectacular event at Mount Panorama.
As the teams finalize their strategies and adjustments before race day, all eyes will be on Kostecki and his fellow competitors. The Bathurst 1000 has a fascinating past, filled with spectacular incidents and fierce competitions. This year’s edition is sure to provide that level of energy.
