Reigning Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen had a dramatic start to the 2022 Supercars season, spinning off the track during the opening practice session.
With rainy conditions continuing, the drivers had to navigate a soaked Sydney Motorsport Park. The wet track immediately caused several drivers, including van Gisbergen, to come unstuck.
Early into the first practice session, the Kiwi drifted a little too wide on a turn. His front right wheel caught the mud just off the track, causing him to spin out.
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Thankfully, he regained control of the car to ensure no further damage occurred.
“You don’t see that often,” Fox Sports commentator Mark Skaife said of the incident.
“I can’t remember the last time I saw van Gisbergen spin.”
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Anton De Pasquale finished the practice session with the fastest lap, with veteran Mark Winterbottom second and Chaz Mostert third.
With more wet weather expected over the weekend, there is sure to be further chaos out on track.
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