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Garry Rogers has issued a statement explaining why he elected to bench Richie Stanaway from the final day of action at the Vodafone Gold Coast 600.
As a result, Dylan O’Keeffe will now stand in for Stanaway in the #33 Holden Commodore which he will share with Chris Pither.
“Regardless of shortcomings in our make-up, discipline and respect are vital parts of your wellbeing in life, in my opinion that is,” said Rogers in a video statement.
“I do my best to blend in with all generations and I think I don’t do a bad job of that.
“Today Richie failed to turn up at a signing session for the teams, at the team merchandise area for all the fans, both young and old, that were waiting to see him.
“For a professional, that’s just not good enough.
“We need to be accountable for our actions. Let me assure you it’s been a tough decision but the fact is good manners and discipline never ever go out of fashion and let’s hope and pray a lot can be learned out of this.”
