The second round of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship unfolded at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit, coinciding with the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. The event featured four sprint races, each contributing to the championship standings and the prestigious Larry Perkins Trophy, awarded to the driver with the highest cumulative points over the weekend.โ
Race 1 โ Thursday Opener
The weekend commenced with a 100-kilometer sprint race on Thursday. Broc Feeney of Triple Eight Race Engineering secured pole position and converted it into a commanding victory. Cameron Waters of Tickford Racing, who had dominated the opening round in Sydney, finished second, while Chaz Mostert of Walkinshaw Andretti United claimed third place. Feeney’s win marked a strong start to the weekend for Triple Eight.โ
Race 2 โ Friday Battle
Friday’s 100-kilometer race saw intense competition among the front-runners. Cameron Hill of Matt Stone Racing achieved a career milestone by securing his maiden Supercars victory. Hill’s teammate, Jack Le Brocq, finished second, marking a historic one-two finish for the team. This achievement underscored the team’s growing competitiveness in the championship. Will Brown of Triple Eight Race Engineering maintained his strong form, finishing third and adding valuable points to his tally.โ
Race 3 โ Saturday Showdown
Saturday’s race was marked by dynamic weather conditions, challenging drivers and teams alike. Will Brown demonstrated adaptability and skill, navigating the changing conditions to secure victory. Broc Feeney continued his consistent performance, finishing second, while Chaz Mostert claimed third place. The race highlighted the importance of strategy and tire management in variable conditions.โ
Race 4 โ Sunday Finale
The final race of the weekend was scheduled for Sunday but was ultimately abandoned due to inclement weather, prioritizing driver safety. As a result, the Larry Perkins Trophy was awarded based on the cumulative points from the three completed races. Will Brown’s consistent high finishes across the weekend secured him the trophy, marking his second consecutive win of this accolade.โ
Larry Perkins Trophy Standings
Will Brown โ Triple Eight Race Engineering
Broc Feeney โ Triple Eight Race Engineering
Cameron Waters โ Tickford Racingโ
The Final Wrap
Cameron Waters’ strong and consistent performance across the Melbourne weekend allowed him to take the lead in the championship standings, continuing his momentum from Round 1. Will Brown, despite a race win and the Larry Perkins Trophy, sits second in the title race after solid results throughout the weekend. Broc Feeneyโs consistent podium finishes kept him firmly in contention, establishing himself as a key challenger in the early stages of the season.
Triple Eight Race Engineering delivered a powerful weekend performance, with both driversโBrown and Feeneyโregularly fighting at the front. Matt Stone Racingโs historic one-two finish in Race 2 showcased their increasing competitiveness and marked a significant milestone for the team. Tickford Racing continued to demonstrate their pace and consistency through Watersโ championship-leading form, while Walkinshaw Andretti United remained a threat with Chaz Mostert delivering crucial points and podiums.
The Melbourne SuperSprint showcased the depth of talent and competition within the Supercars Championship. As the series progresses, teams and drivers will aim to build on their performances, with the next round set to further shape the championship narrative.โ
THE TOP 5
Cameron Waters (Tickford Racing) โ 450 points
Will Brown (Triple Eight Race Engineering) โ 432 points
Broc Feeney (Triple Eight Race Engineering) โ 408 points
Chaz Mostert (Walkinshaw Andretti United) โ 390 points
Cameron Hill (Matt Stone Racing) โ 372 points
