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Erebus reveals Supercars champion Kostecki will miss opening round
Erebus Motorsport has confirmed that Brodie Kostecki will not be participating in the opening round of the 2024 Supercars Championship, the Bathurst 500. Todd Hazelwood, who was expected to be a co-driver for the team, will now race the #99 Chevrolet Camaro instead. Despite media reports suggesting otherwise, Erebus stated that Kostecki remains a valued member of the team. Supercars CEO Shane Howard expressed his understanding of Kostecki’s decision and wished him well for the future. Hazelwood is set to join the team for testing next week alongside new teammate Jack Le Brocq. Kostecki’s absence, even if temporary, is a significant blow to Erebus, which had a successful 2023 season, winning the Team’s title and achieving first and fifth places in the Drivers’ Championship. Tensions have reportedly been building within the Erebus team for some time, with a major fallout between Kostecki and the squad last year. With Kostecki under contract at Erebus, it is unlikely that he will be released to join another team, making his participation in the series’ endurance events, the Sandown 500 and the Bathurst 1000, doubtful.
