One lesson Craig Lowndes has learnt in more than three decades as a racing car driver is that you never know what’s just around the corner.

The next major landmark he will pass has been a long time coming: when he lines up on Sunday in his 32nd Bathurst 1000 at Mt Panorama he will equal the number of appearances of his legendary mentor, the late, great Peter Brock.

The iconic race will also represent a figurative fork in the road for Lowndes, as it will be his swansong appearance with Triple Eight – his employers for the past 20 years – after signing to launch a new venture with Team 18 next year.

The 51-year-old could hardly have hoped for a more fitting venue to end his 458-race association with Triple Eight.

Mt Panorama has held a special place in his heart since he made his debut t

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