Kai Allen received praise for his podium finish, with a drive labelled as a "superhero" performance by winner Chaz Mostert on the Gold Coast.
After just making it to Bathurst, Allen gave his Finals campaign a significant boost. Starting the Saturday race 12th, Grove Racing employed an inverse strategy, making the compulsory stops as early as Lap 25, 36 laps earlier than Mostert.
A "superhero" performance
This feat was impressive, as veteran David Reynolds needed a splash and dash four laps from home. Allen's success was his first podium at the circuit, making it arguably his most impressive one.
Author's summary: Allen's drive was praised as a "superhero" performance.