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Hyundai Motorsport has strengthened its team with the appointment of Andrew Wheatley as WRC Sporting Director. This newly-created role reinforces the team’s ongoing commitment to success in the FIA World Rally Championship as it prepares for the final three rounds current season starting with the central European Rally this weekend and looks ahead to next […]
Hyundai Motorsport appointed Andrew Wheatley as WRC Sporting Director to bolster their team’s success in the FIA World Rally Championship. With three decades of international motorsport experience, including 28 years in WRC, Wheatley brings operational leadership skills and expertise to the role. Reporting to Hyundai Motorsport President Cyril Abiteboul, Wheatley will play a key role in preparing for the final three rounds of the current season and shaping the team’s long-term rally strategy.
As Hyundai Motorsport’s Sporting Director, Wheatley will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team. His focus will be on analyzing upcoming FIA WRC regulations and guiding the team towards championship success under his strategic leadership. Wheatley expressed his excitement about joining the team and his commitment to supporting Hyundai Motorsport’s goal of winning world championships by leveraging the team’s experience and talent. His aim is to work closely with the senior management team to ensure a smooth pathway to success in the competitive world of rally racing.
