In a stunning display at the Albert Park circuit, Brodie Kostecki clinched his second Larry Perkins Trophy on March 8, 2026. The 24-year-old driver of the #17 Dick Johnson Racing car delivered an exceptional performance, finishing first in three out of four races and securing a second-place finish in the other. His achievements during the trophy event have also propelled him to the lead in the overall championship standings.
The trophy, a wheel-themed accolade, was presented to Kostecki by former Formula 1 star Mark Webber, marking a significant milestone in the young driver's career. "Winning this trophy again means a lot to me, especially with the competition we face in Supercars, and to have Mark hand it to me makes it even more special," said Kostecki.
Kostecki, who first earned the coveted trophy in 2023, outperformed competitors who had claimed victories in the subsequent years. His triumph in 2026 comes after solidifying a reputation as a fierce contender on the racetrack. He reflected on his recent successful races, stating, "I felt strong all weekend, and we executed perfectly as a team. Every lap was crucial, and I can’t thank my crew enough."
In the final standings of the 2026 Larry Perkins Trophy, Kostecki amassed an impressive 299 points, placing him significantly ahead of his closest rivals. Cam Waters secured the second position with 210 points, while Kai Allen took third with 193. The detailed standings highlight the competitive field that Kostecki surpassed:
| Position | Driver | Points | |----------|------------------|--------| | 1 | Brodie Kostecki | 299 | | 2 | Cam Waters | 210 | | 3 | Kai Allen | 193 | | 4 | Broc Feeney | 183 | | 5 | Jack Le Brocq | 173 | | 6 | Chaz Mostert | 170 | | 7 | Anton De Pasquale| 157 | | 8 | James Golding | 155 | | 9 | Matt Payne | 153 | | 10 | Ryan Wood | 140 | | 11 | Will Brown | 139 | | 12 | Thomas Randle | 135 | | 13 | André Heimgartner| 128 | | 14 | Jayden Ojeda | 114 | | 15 | David Reynolds | 105 | | 16 | Declan Fraser | 101 | | 17 | Cameron Hill | 99 | | 18 | Macauley Jones | 99 | | 19 | Rylan Gray | 89 | | 20 | Jackson Walls | 86 | | 21 | Jobe Stewart | 69 | | 22 | Zach Bates | 65 | | 23 | Cooper Murray | 60 | | 24 | Aaron Cameron | 57 |
With Kostecki now leading the overall championship, observers are eager to see how he will maintain his momentum in the upcoming rounds. As he stated after his victory, "We’ve put ourselves in a great position; however, there’s still a long way to go in this season. We’re focused on consistency and building on this success."
As the Supercars calendar progresses, fans and analysts alike will be closely watching Kostecki's next moves, eager to see whether he can extend his championship lead and replicate his recent success on a larger scale. His win at Albert Park solidifies his place as a leading figure in the sport, both among fans and competitors.