In a bombshell development that has rocked the Supercars Championship to its core, championship leader Broc Feeney’s hard-fought victory in Race 16 at the Tyrepower Tasmania Super 440 is now facing the very real possibility of being stripped after Motorsport Australia released a explosive 4-minute video evidence package.

“We’ve got enough bloody evidence,” a senior steward reportedly stated during the hearing, according to sources close to the investigation.

The video, which was made public late on Sunday evening, clearly shows what Motorsport Australia has described as “deliberate collusion” between Feeney and at least one other driver to manipulate the final result of the 84-lap feature race. The final penalty has now been issued, sending shockwaves through the entire paddock.

Feeney, who crossed the line first in dominant fashion on Sunday afternoon, now finds himself at the centre of one of the biggest scandals in recent Supercars history. The 26-year-old Red Bull Ampol Racing star has been hit with a heavy penalty that includes the loss of his Race 16 victory, a significant points deduction, and a potential grid penalty for the upcoming Darwin Triple Crown.

The Damning Evidence

According to the official stewards’ report, the 4-minute video compiled from multiple onboard cameras, track telemetry, and radio communications allegedly shows clear coordination between Feeney and another competitor to control the pace and positioning in the closing stages of the race. This included deliberate slowing of the field under safety car conditions and suspicious radio messages that appeared to instruct other cars on how to finish.

Motorsport Australia stewards described the actions as “a serious breach of the sporting code” and “contrary to the spirit of fair competition.”

Feeney’s team, Triple Eight Race Engineering, has strongly denied any wrongdoing, claiming the video has been taken out of context and that all actions were within normal racing strategy. Team boss Jamie Whincup fronted the media looking visibly frustrated.

“This is ridiculous,” Whincup said. “Broc drove an absolute blinder all weekend. To suggest there was collusion is insulting to everyone in the team who worked their arses off.”

Kostecki Reacts

Interestingly, reigning champion Brodie Kostecki — who had his own nightmare weekend in Tasmania — was one of the first to respond. In a short but pointed statement, Kostecki said he was “surprised but not shocked” by the news.

“I’ve always said the championship should be won on the track, not in the stewards’ room,” he added.

Championship Chaos

The decision has blown the 2026 Repco Sprint Cup wide open. Before the penalty, Feeney held a commanding lead at the top of the standings. With the loss of Race 16 points and an additional 150-point deduction, he has now dropped significantly, handing the championship lead back to Matthew Payne, with Brodie Kostecki moving into second place.

This dramatic twist has left fans divided on social media. While some are calling for Feeney to be banned for the remainder of the season, others believe the punishment is overly harsh and typical of “stewards overreach.”

Paddock Reactions

The reaction inside the Supercars paddock has been fierce. Several senior drivers, speaking on condition of anonymity, told this reporter they were stunned by the severity of the penalty.

Cam Waters, who finished outside the top ten, said: “If they’ve got clear evidence, then fair enough. But stripping a win after the race? That’s heavy, mate.”

Matthew Payne’s Grove Racing team welcomed the decision, with team principal Stephen Grove stating: “We’ve always believed in racing the right way. Today justice has been served.”

Meanwhile, Dick Johnson, legendary founder of DJR, weighed in on the matter: “I’ve been in this game a long time. If the evidence is there, then you cop it sweet. But let’s make sure we’ve got it right before we destroy a young bloke’s career.”

Feeney’s Defence

In his first public comments since the penalty was announced, Broc Feeney appeared emotional but defiant.

“I know what I did out there, and I raced hard and fair,” he said. “I’ve dedicated my life to this sport. To have my integrity questioned like this hurts more than anything.”

Triple Eight has already confirmed they will appeal the decision, with a hearing scheduled before the Darwin event in June.

What Happens Next?

The scandal comes at a critical time in the championship. With Darwin’s iconic Triple Crown just weeks away, the paddock is buzzing with tension. Many believe this controversy will only make the on-track battles even fiercer.

Supercars CEO Matt Braid issued a brief statement saying the integrity of the sport remains the number one priority.

“Fans expect and deserve clean, fair racing. Where there is evidence of rule-breaking, we will act decisively.”

As the dust settles on what was already a drama-filled weekend in Tasmania, one thing is crystal clear: the 2026 Supercars Championship has entered its most controversial and unpredictable phase yet.

Will Broc Feeney clear his name and fight back? Or has this controversy permanently damaged his title hopes? Australian motorsport fans will be watching closely as the circus heads north to the Top End.