Adelaide Grand Final drama shakes Supercars Championship
The 2025 Repco Supercars Championship was thrown into turmoil after a shocking first-lap collision between Broc Feeney and Ryan Wood during the Adelaide Grand Final. The crash ignited intense debate within the paddock, overshadowing what was meant to be a thrilling finale to the season.
Feeney and Wood collide on opening lap
The early contact between Feeney’s Red Bull Ampol Racing Holden and Wood’s Walkinshaw Andretti United Ford immediately impacted both drivers’ championship prospects. The incident forced Feeney out of contention and left Wood limping home down the order, effectively ending his hopes of a series upset.
Team principal Jamie Whincup expressed deep frustration post-race, questioning the aggressiveness of the move and labeling the outcome “heartbreaking for the team after a flawless season.”
Reaction across paddock and fanbase
The Supercars community erupted with opinions on the clash. Some felt it was a racing incident typical of a high-stakes title decider, while others accused Wood of excessive risk-taking. Walkinshaw team representatives defended their driver, arguing he had every right to fight for position.
Triple Eight engineers were seen analyzing data late into the evening in what Whincup described as a “painful end to a championship effort built on consistency.”
The title consequences
With both contenders losing crucial points, the championship balance shifted dramatically. The adjacency of the crash to pit entry made timing strategy impossible, further complicating recovery efforts for Feeney’s team.
As fans speculated about disciplinary review possibilities, Supercars officials confirmed that an investigation was underway, with final results expected before the awards ceremony.
Looking ahead to 2026
Despite the controversy, teams began turning focus toward the upcoming 2026 season. Drivers emphasized lessons learned from Adelaide’s narrow circuit dynamics, calling for “more caution and situational awareness in early-lap battles.”
“Championships are won by managing risk, not just raw speed,” said a veteran commentator reflecting on the chaos in Adelaide.
Author summary: The Adelaide Grand Final saw a fierce early crash between Feeney and Wood that reshaped the 2025 Supercars Championship and left teams reeling from its fallout.
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