Race leader runs out of petrol in heartbreaking finish

Anton De Pasquale entered the final lap of the Bathurst 1000 in the race lead. As the leading car approached the concluding circuit, the vehicle ran out of petrol, forcing De Pasquale to slow and eventually stop.

The fuel depletion occurred on the last lap, ending De Pasquale’s pursuit of victory in the endurance event. The stoppage prevented him from completing the race distance while in first place.

With De Pasquale’s car immobilised, the lead passed to the next‑placed competitor, who continued to the finish line. The incident altered the final order of the race, removing the race leader from contention.

The abrupt loss of power on the final lap was described as a heartbreaking conclusion to De Pasquale’s effort, given his position at the front of the field throughout the event.