Dick Johnson Racing’s Brodie Kostecki has put his Ford Mustang on pole for the Bathurst 1000 after a last-gasp stunner in the Top 10 Shootout on Saturday.

Last year’s winner had it all to do to overhaul Tickford star Cam Waters but went big in the first sector and held on, outpointing his nearest rival by a shade under two tenths.

But he has already warned his frustration with the Ford engine package in race trim could continue despite claiming pole.

Asked how his Mustang will fare on Sunday, Kostecki said: “I’ll let you guys know tomorrow, we’ll see if it’s good down the straights.”

The 2023 series champion, who crossed the line in 2:04.041, said he was thrilled to claim his third straight pole position at the Great Race.

“It’s amazing, honestly, that in-lap was something special see

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