Some intriguing season statistics tell the story of the closest Supercars Championship in memory as Jamie Whincup edged Kiwi Scott McLaughlin courtesy of a steward's decision as the chequered flag flew in the final race.
A total of 21 points separated the two drivers after McLaughlin was handed a post-race penalty for contact with Craig Lowndes on the final lap in Newcastle.
It is staggering to think that after more than 6,000km over 26 races of hard racing that the championship came down to a fight over one place on the last lap of the season.
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McLaughlin's numbers look impressive at first glance and you can't help but feel that he was the dominant driver all season. He secured 16 pole positions from a possible 26, won eight times and set the fastest lap of the race on seven occasions.