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Neuville: New WRC points system will add more excitement and strategy
The FIA has approved a new points system for rallies, where points will be awarded on both Saturday and Sunday during events. The system includes a sliding scale of points based on the crew’s placement at the end of Saturday, with the possibility of the points being awarded to the next best-placed pairing if a crew fails to finish on Sunday. On Sunday, competitors will battle for a maximum of seven points, with points awarded to the top seven competitors based on a sliding scale. The new system aims to prevent drivers from conserving tires on Sunday stages and introduces more excitement and strategy. Hyundai driver Neuville believes the new system will be challenging and may benefit drivers with advantageous road positions. Hyundai team principal Abiteboul is satisfied with the change but acknowledges the complexity of the new points structure.
