P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Tanak calls it right on rubber, closes in on WRC Rally Chile victory
Ott Tanak took a dominant lead in the WRC Rally Chile after a strong performance on Saturday’s stages. He started the day with a small advantage and ended with a commanding lead of 58.3 seconds. Tanak’s decision to use hard tires proved to be a crucial factor in his success. His rivals struggled with their soft compound tires, losing precious time. Tanak’s lead allowed him to manage the rest of the day and maintain a comfortable advantage over his competitors. Thierry Neuville and Teemu Suninen rounded out the top three, putting Hyundai in a strong position in the manufacturers’ championship. Kalle Rovanpera, the reigning WRC champion, had a difficult day and his chances of claiming a second title look unlikely. In the WRC2 class, Oliver Solberg took the lead after previous leader Sami Pajari encountered issues in the final stage.
Source: Racer
