Brodie Kostecki’s absence from the season opener fueled speculation about his future at Erebus Motorsport, CEO Barry Ryan’s emotional interview reflects the challenges facing the team amid concerns over Kostecki’s departure.
What happened to Brodie Kosteck?
Supercars driver Brodie Kostecki faces uncertainty over his racing future after announcing he will sit out the season opener at Mount Panorama. Despite being part of the Erebus Motorsport team, Kostecki revealed that he was unable to take part in the first race, sparking questions about his departure or potential release from the team.
The situation surrounding Kostecki’s absence has led to speculation and concern among fans and sponsors. An emotional interview from Erebus Motorsport CEO Barry Ryan highlighted the challenges facing the team, including the withdrawal of key sponsors and the impact of online abuse on team morale.
While the exact reasons for Kostecki’s absence remain undisclosed, the Erebus team is focused on moving forward and supporting its remaining drivers. Despite the uncertainty, they are committed to respecting Kostecki’s privacy and handling the situation with integrity and professionalism.
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Who is Brodie Kostecki?
Brodie Kostecki, born 1 November 1997, is an Australian professional racing driver known for his success in the Repco Supercars Championship. Driving a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Erebus Motorsport, Kostecki won the Supercars championship in 2023. He also competed in the NASCAR Cup Series and ARCA Menards Series East, demonstrating his versatility on the track.
Kostecki, nicknamed “The Bush”, attracted attention after an incident during a Super2 series race in 2020 when he crashed into a bush. He comes from a racing family, being the cousin of fellow racing drivers Kurt and Jake Kostecki. In 2023, he made his NASCAR Cup Series debut at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, driving for Richard Childress Racing and finishing 22nd.
In October 2023, it was announced that Kostecki would once again participate in the Cup Series on a part-time basis in 2024, representing Erebus Motorsport in their NASCAR debut. Partnered with Richard Childress Racing, Kostecki will compete in up to five Cup Series races, including oval races, under No. 99, his Supercar number, although another number may be selected due to availability.
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Career of Brodie Kostecki
2011-2015: Start of NASCAR and return to Australia
Brodie Kostecki began his NASCAR racing journey, moving to Mooresville, North Carolina in 2011. He made three starts in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East in 2013 before returning to Australia in 2015 to pursue opportunities in Supercars.
2019-2020: Debut and rise in supercars
In 2019, Kostecki made his Supercars debut at the Bathurst 1000 alongside cousin Jake Kostecki. The following year, he impressed with Eggleston Motorsport in the Dunlop Series, taking pole, wins and fastest laps. Signed by Erebus Motorsport, he continued to shine, finishing 9th in the 2020 Bathurst 1000.
2021-2023: podiums and success in the championship
Driving for Erebus Motorsport in 2021, Kostecki secured podium finishes and finished the year in 9th place overall. In 2022, he rose to 7th in the points standings, showing consistent performance. The highlight of his career came in 2023 when he won both the driver’s and team’s titles with Erebus Motorsport in the Supercars Championship, cementing his position as a premier competitor in the sport.
2023-2024: Return to NASCAR and continued success
In 2023, Kostecki made his NASCAR Cup Series debut at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It has announced an occasional campaign for 2024, partnering with Erebus Motorsport in NASCAR, showing its versatility in different racing disciplines.
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Is Brodie Kostecki planning to leave Supercars?
Brodie Kostecki reportedly wants to end his contract with Erebus Motorsport, but it doesn’t appear he wants to leave Supercars entirely. He did not speak about the situation until the recent Motorsport Australia gala, where he received the Peter Brock Medal.
He didn’t directly mention Erebus during the speech, calling them his ‘2023 Supercars team’. He thanked everyone for their support and expressed his desire to continue racing in Australia, with the goal of winning more Supercars championship titles. Finally, he thanked Motorsport Australia and congratulated the award winners.
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