Walkinshaw Toyota, DJR Ford in doubt for qualifying
Two race cars, a Walkinshaw Toyota and a DJR Ford, are in doubt for the upcoming Supercars qualifying session at Bathurst following significant crashes during practice. Drivers Ryan Wood and Tony D’Alberto were involved in the incidents, though both were reported to be physically unharmed.
Why it matters
High-stakes motorsport events rely on vehicle integrity, and major damage during practice sessions can significantly alter the competitive landscape of the race.
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Ryan Wood escapes 42g hit, Tony D’Alberto caught out
Qualifying commences at 4:10pm AEDT on Friday
The Supercars field is set to be slashed to 24 cars for Boost Mobile Qualifying, following incidents in Friday morning practice at Mount Panorama.
New Zealander Ryan Wood walked away from a 42g hit midway through the session , before Rylan Gray’s co-driver Tony D’Alberto found the wall at The Dipper.
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