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Hyundai: Lappi won’t need advice to wrap up drought-ending WRC win in Sweden
Lappi is leading M-Sport’s Adrien Fourmaux by 1m06.3s into the final three tests after a great drive through 15 of the challenging snow-covered stages.
If Lappi wins on Sunday, it will only be his second WRC victory, with his first win being at Rally Finland in 2017 while driving for Toyota.
A win would further strengthen Hyundai’s strong start to the 2024 season after Thierry Neuville’s victory at the season opener in Monte Carlo.
Abiteboul is impressed with Lappi’s performance in Hyundai’s third car this season and believes he doesn’t need much advice to secure the victory on Sunday.
Lappi needs to maintain the right pace and mindset to bring home the win, as he has shown strength and patience when needed.
Although Lappi is leading after Toyota’s Katsuta retired, he is focused on staying composed and enjoying the rally without worrying about the championship points.
