Oliver Solberg expressed gratitude towards Sebastien Ogier for his significant help in preparing him to drive a factory Toyota Rally1 car at Rally Estonia next week. Being the current WRC2 points leader, Solberg is excited to return to the WRC’s top flight after Toyota offered him the chance to drive one of its factory GR Yaris Rally1 cars. During a pre-event test in Finland, Solberg got his first taste of driving the GR Yaris Rally1, describing it as a dream come true and the coolest experience of his life. Despite…
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Rising Star Oliver Solberg Secures WRC Rally1 Debut with Toyota in Estonia
Oliver Solberg will make a return to the World Rally Championship top tier at Rally Estonia this month after being handed a drive by Toyota, replacing Sebastien Ogier. The 23-year-old Solberg was the current WRC2 points leader and had initially planned to compete in the WRC2 class driving the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2, but will now be driving Toyota’s Rally1 car alongside full-time team drivers. Solberg expressed his excitement for the opportunity to compete in the Rally1 car, thanking the team for their trust and support as he returns to…
BővebbenOgier Returns: Rally Finland Anticipates Epic Comeback
Sebastien Ogier has decided to skip Rally Estonia and instead participate in Rally Finland as part of his limited 2025 World Rally Championship campaign. Ogier, an eight-time world champion, will join the Toyota team for Rally Finland, where he will race alongside full-time drivers Kalle Rovanpera, Elfyn Evans, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari. After finishing second in the Acropolis Rally Greece, Ogier expressed his interest in competing in Finland, where he emerged victorious last year. Following Rally Finland, Ogier hinted at a potential participation in Chile in September, which would…
BővebbenThe High-Stakes Battle: Ott Tanak’s Heart-Stopping Journey to WRC Acropolis Rally Victory
Ott Tanak expressed concern about losing his dominating World Rally Championship win in Greece due to a gearbox issue in the final stage. Despite developing gearbox problems, Tanak managed to finish the stage, only dropping 16 seconds to secure the win. There were muted celebrations at the finish line as Tanak worried about the car completing the 50km road section to the final time control. Despite the challenges faced, Tanak expressed relief and pride in achieving his 22nd WRC win, highlighting the tough nature of the rally. His victory has…
BővebbenMastering the Mind: Tanak’s Fight Against Final Stage Drama in WRC Acropolis Rally
“Ott Tanak expressed his concerns about losing a drought-ending World Rally Championship win in Greece due to a gearbox issue during the final stage. Despite dominating the Acropolis Rally, Tanak’s Hyundai developed gearbox problems, causing him to lose time in the last stage. Nonetheless, he managed to secure the win, albeit with muted celebrations, as he was worried the car might not make it to the final time control. Tanak admitted the victory was stressful but a big relief, highlighting the much-needed win for Hyundai. Reflecting on the challenges faced…
BővebbenOgier Dominates Amidst Tire Tumult: A Thrilling Display at WRC Acropolis Rally
Sebastien Ogier has taken the lead in the Acropolis Rally Greece despite facing punctures along with other crews in the World Rally Championship on a challenging Friday morning. After the morning loop, Ogier holds a 6.1s advantage over Ott Tanak from Hyundai, with Adrien Fourmaux trailing in third by 14.4s. Ogier shared the overnight lead with Tanak before tackling the rugged gravel stages on Friday, maintaining a strong performance despite dropping to third place momentarily due to the road cleaning effect. The rough conditions on the stages, caused by dry…
BővebbenOgier Claims Victory in Sardinia, Yet Stay True to Limited WRC Campaign Scope
Sebastien Ogier has made it clear that he does not intend to compete in a full World Rally Championship season, despite his recent triumph in Sardinia which elevated him to second place in the standings. With impressive performances in his part-time campaign for Toyota, Ogier now stands 19 points behind the championship leader Elfyn Evans, showcasing his potential even while skipping some events. Ogier, who ended last season with an expanded schedule at Toyota’s request, has no plans to add more rallies to his current schedule and will take a…
BővebbenOgier’s Triumph: Battling Through Sardinia’s Grueling Trials to Maintain the Lead
Sebastien Ogier will start the final day of Rally Italy Sardinia with an 11.1s lead after a challenging Saturday that saw troubles for many World Rally Championship crews. Ogier and Ott Tanak engaged in a tense battle amidst high puncture risks, with Tanak showing determination by winning two afternoon stages. Despite suffering a puncture, Ogier maintained his lead, winning the final stage of the day. Toyota’s Kalle Rovanpera, alongside Ogier, avoided issues to hold onto third place. While teammates Evans, Katsuta, and Pajari faced difficulties, Evans managed to move up…
BővebbenOgier’s Grit and Skill Shine Through on Treacherous Sardinia Saturday
Sebastien Ogier will start the final day of Rally Italy Sardinia with an 11.1s lead after a challenging Saturday. He faced tough competition from Ott Tanak in difficult conditions with a high puncture risk. Despite a morning puncture, Tanak fought back in the afternoon stages, but Ogier maintained his lead. Toyota’s Kalle Rovanpera also had a solid day, avoiding issues and holding onto third place. Team-mates Elfyn Evans, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari experienced drama, impacting the leaderboard. Adrien Fourmaux suffered setbacks, including a puncture and a roll, while Thierry…
BővebbenDominant Ogier Takes Command in WRC Rally Sardinia as Fourmaux Falters
Sebastien Ogier remains in the lead of Rally Italy Sardinia, having briefly lost his advantage to Adrien Fourmaux in the dust; however, Fourmaux’s victory bid in the World Rally Championship ultimately failed. After extending his lead to 7.4s, Ogier encountered drama on stage 8, resulting from a puncture for Fourmaux after hitting an unexpected rock. Despite a two-minute wheel change, Fourmaux struggled with visibility due to dust, allowing Ott Tanak to take over the lead temporarily. Following an appeal, rally organisers adjusted Ogier’s time, putting him back in the lead…
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