P1racenews AI automatic summary:
WRC Monte Carlo: Neuville edges Ogier in enthralling head-to-head
On Saturday afternoon, Neuville held the rally lead, but Ogier won two stages and took a 0.8s lead over Neuville. However, Neuville responded impressively in the final test and regained a 3.3s lead. Neuville also secured the maximum 18 points available for the day under the new points structure. Ogier is set to score 15 points, and Evans is expected to bank 13 points. Tanak finished the day in fourth, followed by Fourmaux in fifth. Mikkelsen reclaimed sixth place, and Munster retired during stage 12. The battle for victory intensified as Ogier produced a strong performance in stage 12, closing the gap to Neuville. Evans struggled in the stage and dropped to third. Tanak and Katsuta set identical times, while Munster crashed out of the rally. Ogier continued his charge in stage 13, winning it and taking the rally lead by 0.8s. Evans couldn’t keep up with Ogier and Neuville’s pace.
