Ford flyer Scott McLaughlin has again proved unstoppable, winning the final race of the Darwin Supersprint to complete a weekend three-peat.

Starting from second, McLaughlin’s 51st career victory came after a blistering start as he roared past Shane van Gisbergen to wipe out the Red Bull Holden driver’s pole advantage.

Shell V-Power ace McLaughlin’s eighth race win of 2020 – and third of the round – came as easy as his triumph earlier on Sunday at Hidden Valley.

The two-time defending series champion crossed the line more than 14 seconds in front of Holden pair Nick Percat (second) and Scott Pye (third).

Team 18’s Mark Winterbottom and Van Gisbergen rounded out the top five.

McLaughlin’s record in the top end is staggering, having won seven of the past nine races – including all three at last years’ Darwin Triple Crown – at the Northern Territory circuit.

“I love this place. I love the people, I love the track, and I love it when my car is like that,” he said.

“That was hands down the best car I’ve ever driven.

“Just all weekend it was so solid; good start and then able to use our tyres in what we wanted to do.

“I’m so proud of everyone behind the scenes and everyone back at home in Melbourne.”

The 27-year-old’s Darwin dominance extended his championship lead, with his only genuine threat for the title, Jamie Whincup, struggling in both of Sunday’s races.