Supercars, Penrite Racing respond to Kai Allen decision
Appeal against decision from Perth finale dismissed after hearing
Allen retains fifth in Race 25 classification, fifth in points
Supercars and Penrite Racing have both released statements following a Supercars National Court of Appeal hearing.
Allen remains fifth the Race 25 classification. The #26 Ford driver also retains fifth in the championship, ahead of Team 18’s Anton De Pasquale.
Per MA, the court will provide its decision in writing within 14 days from the conclusion of the appeal hearing.
A Supercars statement reads: Supercars notes today's decision of the National Court of Appeal in relation to Stewards' Decision 120 arising from the 2026 Bosch Power Tools Perth Super 440 event.
The Court has dismissed Supercars' appeal and determined that the original Stewards' decision will stand.
“Supercars acknowledges the authority of the National Court of Appeal and the outcome of this proceeding,” said Supercars CEO Barclay Nettlefold.
“We brought the appeal because we believed that it raised important issues concerning the conduct of Stewards’ hearings and the application of the Rules that warranted consideration by the National Court of Appeal.
“Supercars will consider its position in relation to the future of this matter upon receipt of the written reasons.
“We acknowledge Motorsport Australia and Grove Racing for their professionalism throughout.”
Supercars is committed to maintaining the integrity of the Championship and the consistent administration of the Rules across all events.
Supercars looks forward to receiving the Court’s written reasons, which it has indicated it will provide within 14 days.
Penrite Racing Team Owner Stephen Grove says: We acknowledge Monday's ruling and thank the court and its members for their time.
The matter is now closed, and our full focus turns to Queensland Raceway and the battle for the Sprint Cup title.
We thank our crew, partners and fans for their continued support.
Matt Payne is in the box seat to win the 2026 Repco Sprint Cup, holding a 118-point lead over Ford rival Broc Feeney heading to this weekend's Century Batteries Ipswich Super 440.
