All 4 Mechanical, Erebus Academy driver Bailey Sweeny has shown his true character by fighting off constant pressure to claim his maiden podium, in Race 1, on Day 2 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia 86 championship at Sydney Motorsport Park.

Sweeny held on during a race long battle with fellow competitor Hayden Jackson to claim 3rd overall and take out his first set of silverware in the championship.

Race 2 and 3 are scheduled on Sunday as part of the Repco Supercars championship round.

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