Iconic Supercars squad Dick Johnson Racing re-signs Will Davison, Anton De Pasquale
Will Davison has secured his short-term future in Supercars with the championship's oldest team, Dick Johnson Racing.
The veteran has been the subject of speculation amid suggestions Erebus Motorsport's Will Brown was in the picture to join the Stapylton side.
However, with confirmation that Brown will remain at the Dandenong South squad, that all but confirmed Davison's spot.
Will Davison will continue to pilot the No.17 for Dick Johnson Racing in 2023 Getty
Now, Dick Johnson Racing has announced Davison will remain alongside teammate Anton De Pasquale into 2023.
"I'm very excited to continue driving for the Shell V-Power Racing Team," said Davison.
"It's a fantastic opportunity to race in the iconic Shell V-Power colours, the legendary No.17 and for such an iconic race team in DJR.
"I can't wait to build on the excellent results we've had to date and continue fighting for race wins. I love working with the entire race team, they're a great group of people and feel like family."
Davison has the edge as far as achievements go with one race win, 10 podiums, and six pole positions to De Pasquale's one race win, nine podiums and four pole positions.
However, De Pasquale sits third in the drivers' championship on 1801 points while Davison has 1737 points after eight events.
Dick Johnson Racing has confirmed Will Davison (left) and Anton De Pasquale will remain with the team into 2023 Getty
De Pasquale hailed the culture at Dick Johnson Racing, led by the eponymous team owner and managing director Ryan Story.
"The family culture that Dick and Ryan have created at the team is like no other and I am excited to remain with the Shell V-Power Racing Team," said De Pasquale.
"It is a great team to work with and for and to have continuity and stability with the team going into next year is excellent, and to have a great teammate in Will.
"We both want to get more wins and continue to be up the front for the team, our partners, and the fans."
The news comes just days after it was announced the Ralph family, who has a stake in the Melbourne Storm, has bought a majority stake in Dick Johnson Racing.
The Supercars season continues at Sandown across August 19-21.
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