It won't secure this year's Supercars championship but Holden star Jamie Whincup says forecast wet weather could end a title dream for him or his rivals on Saturday on the Gold Coast.
Up to 20mm is forecast to fall on the Surfers Paradise street circuit, turning every painted line, manhole cover or kerb into a potentially championship-defining obstacle.
With five drivers pushing for this year's crown, six-time champion Whincup knows any mistake in Saturday's 300km race might prove crucial.
"You certainly can't win it here this weekend but you can possibly lose it with only two rounds to go," Whincup said.