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Ogier proud of WRC Monte display after "rollercoaster of emotions"
Sebastien Ogier, the Toyota driver, narrowly missed out on his 10th Monte Carlo win, losing to Thierry Neuville from Hyundai by just 16.1 seconds. Despite this, Ogier still managed to secure a second-place finish, making it his 13th podium in 15 starts at the Monte Carlo event. Ogier’s exceptional performance included winning six stages, one of which marked his 700th career stage victory. However, during the rally, Ogier was dealing with personal grief over the loss of a close supporter who had played a crucial role in launching his motorsport career. Despite his emotional difficulties, Ogier felt proud of his performance and never gave up throughout the weekend, despite considering whether to even compete in the rally.
