Tickford Racing has signed Lee Holdsworth to drive the No. 5 Mustang in the 2019 Supercars season.
The experienced Holdsworth joins the team entering his 14th season of full-time Supercars competition having had 417 race starts to his credit.
Melbourne-native Holdsworth comes to Tickford after an underwhelming 2018 season, however the 35-year old posted his season-best start and finish results across the final round of the year on the streets of Newcastle in late November where he had fourth and sixth placings.
He finished the season 21st overall in Preston Hire Racing’s Commodore.
“I’m pumped to be teaming up with Tickford Racing and (renewing car sponsors) The Bottle-O,” Holdsworth said.
“Even though they feel they had a tough year, I believe Tickford Racing is still one of the best teams in the paddock.
“I’m feeling fit and driving as well as ever, so I’m ready to show what I’ve got.”
The Bottle-O Racing Team finished 12 with driver Mark Winterbottom in 2018.