Supercars sensation Feeney is about to embark on a daring adventure, stepping into the unknown as he makes his Ford Bathurst 12 Hour debut. But here’s the twist: he’s flying blind, admitting he’s “a bit underprepared” for this high-stakes challenge. With Ford fielding just a single Mustang GT3, the pressure is on, and the stakes are sky-high. But this isn’t Feeney’s first rodeo—he’s a seasoned Bathurst veteran with five starts under his belt, including recent GT3 campaigns with Audi and Mercedes. So, what’s different this time? For starters, he won’t even touch the car until practice, a situation that would rattle most drivers. Yet, Feeney remains unfazed, drawing confidence from his experience last year when a similar scenario led to a competitive performance. And this is the part most people miss: despite the lack of seat time, he’s found a surprising ally in the German-run Haupt Racing Team (HRT), whose meticulous preparation style reminds him of his Supercars team, Triple Eight. Ford’s commitment to this event hasn’t gone unnoticed either, with Feeney praising their effort in a pre-brief meeting—a rarity in the GT world. But here’s where it gets controversial: is relying on team preparation enough when you’re stepping into a car you’ve never driven? Feeney thinks so, but not everyone agrees. He openly admits the scariest part isn’t the driving itself, but mastering the car’s intricacies—pit lane protocols, button functions, and the like. A planned simulator session in Charlotte fell through due to scheduling conflicts, leaving him to tackle these challenges head-on during the event. Here’s the bold question: In an era of hyper-preparation, is Feeney’s laid-back approach a recipe for disaster, or the mark of a true racing instinct? As he gears up for the 2026 Supercars season, kicking off at Sydney Motorsport Park next weekend, this Bathurst 12 Hour stint could be a defining moment. Feeney sees it as a warm-up, a chance to shake off the rust after a long break, but others might argue it’s a risky gamble. One thing’s for sure: all eyes will be on him as he pushes the Mustang to its limits. What do you think—is Feeney’s strategy bold brilliance or a risky miscalculation? Let us know in the comments!
