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Latvala: Neuville, Evans tied for WRC Croatia lead "something special"
Hyundai’s Neuville and Toyota driver Evans tied for the lead after clocking identical overall times following 119.74 competitive stage kilometers on Friday night. Neuville initially gained a 10.1-second lead over Evans by claiming three morning stages but lost time due to a puncture on stage six. Evans later took a 1.6-second lead, which Neuville matched on the final test to share the top position. The battle intensified with just 6.6 seconds separating the top three following Sebastien Ogier’s impressive stage eight victory. Amidst the competition, discussions continue among teams and the FIA regarding next year’s Rally1 technical regulations, with proposed changes facing strong opposition. Both Neuville and Evans expressed excitement over their neck-and-neck performance, showcasing the competitive nature of the World Rally Championship.
