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Toyota to field Ogier and Rovanpera in WRC Portugal line-up
The reigning world champion squad has decided to field both of its part-time crews in the same event for the first time this season in Portugal from 9-12 May. The lineup includes two-time world champion Rovanpera and eight-time WRC title winner Ogier piloting GR Yaris Rally1 cars alongside full-timers Evans and Katsuta. Toyota has been alternating between part-time drivers this season, with Ogier finishing second behind Neuville in Monte Carlo and now gearing up for Croatia. Ogier expressed his excitement to return to competition after the break and mentioned the challenging features of the rally, including uncertain weather conditions. The team is focused on assessing the asphalt rally conditions and aiming for the podium with the new points system highlighting the importance of Sundays. Rovanpera, who claimed victory at the Safari Rally, will also compete in Portugal before his future WRC schedule beyond the upcoming rounds in Latvia and Finland is determined.
