Kostecki Calls Mostert's Move 'Malicious'

Brodie Kostecki has sharply criticized Supercars rival Chaz Mostert following a contentious crash at Christchurch's Ruapuna Raceway over the weekend. Kostecki, who lost both the Jason Richards Trophy and the championship lead due to the incident, described Mostert's maneuver as "malicious."

Mostert received a 30-second penalty for "avoidable contact" with Kostecki, which forced the latter off the track with only three laps remaining in the race. In comments made after the event, Mostert acknowledged his actions were in response to Kostecki's earlier aggressive move at turn two, suggesting a retaliatory motive.

Kostecki, speaking on his podcast, reiterated his stance that Mostert's driving was beyond hard racing and constituted a malicious act. He noted this was the second such incident in two weeks, referencing a similar event involving Broc Feeney. Kostecki highlighted the difference between a lapse in judgment and intentional recklessness on track.

The drivers were later seen arguing in the pit lane, with Kostecki expressing his disappointment that Mostert's apology seemed conditional on explaining his actions rather than a straightforward admission. Experts like James Phelps have questioned whether Kostecki's post-race comments have escalated the situation by accusing Mostert of intentional interference.