Get ready for an exciting racing spectacle as Broccoli Feeney takes the reins in Ford's Bathurst 12 Hour campaign!
Feeney, a young and talented driver, will be at the forefront of Ford's assault on this prestigious event, scheduled for February 13-15. But here's where it gets interesting: this race serves as a warm-up act, just a week before the highly anticipated Supercars season opener in Sydney.
Ford is bringing out the big guns with a single Mustang GT3, entrusted to the German team Haupt Racing, flying the HRT Ford Racing flag. Feeney will be joined by seasoned GT3 racers and former Bathurst winners, Chris Mies and Dennis Olsen.
Mies, a German veteran, has tasted victory at Bathurst in 2011 and 2012, driving for Audi. Meanwhile, Olsen, a Norwegian ace, triumphed with Porsche in 2019. Together, this trio forms a formidable force.
Feeney, at just 23 years old, has already made his mark with four starts at Bathurst, showcasing his skills behind the wheel of Mercedes-AMG and Audi GT3 cars.
The Mustang GT3 opportunity comes at an opportune moment as Triple Eight transitions from GM to Ford for the 2026 Supercars season. However, Triple Eight's involvement in the Bathurst campaign is expected to be limited as they prioritize their Supercars efforts.
Feeney's journey to this point has been filled with highs and lows. He experienced a heart-wrenching end to the 2025 season, narrowly missing out on the Supercars title to Chaz Mostert in a thrilling Adelaide Grand Final.
Mostert, along with other Supercars stars, has already confirmed his participation in the 12 Hour, set to team up with Cam Waters and Thomas Randle in a Scott Taylor Motorsport Mercedes.
Will Feeney and his team be able to conquer the challenges of Bathurst? Stay tuned to find out!
And this is the part most people miss: the real excitement lies in the diverse range of opinions and interpretations. Do you think Feeney's past experiences will give him an edge, or will the competition be too fierce? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
