Payne Extends Supercars Lead with Perth Double

The Grove Racing Ford driver, who began both races from pole, overcame a sluggish start in the opening 50‑lap contest but made no mistakes that mattered. Despite a safety car in race one erasing his early advantage, Payne held on to win. noplasticplease.life

He then finished second in the second race, cementing his championship edge and strengthening his bid for the season title as rivals look to close the gap in future rounds.