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…
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Ogier’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…
BővebbenSebastien Ogier Set to Conquer the Acropolis Rally in WRC Return
Sebastien Ogier has been listed to compete in the Acropolis Rally Greece round of the World Rally Championship next month, part of a 12-car Rally1 entry list. This will be Ogier’s fifth start in a partial WRC campaign in 2025, driving for Toyota alongside Elfyn Evans, Kalle Rovanpera, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari. Hyundai will have Thierry Neuville, Ott Tanak, and Adrien Fourmaux in their i20 N Rally1 cars, while M-Sport-Ford will field four Pumas with privateer Jourdan Serderidis and others. The event will also have 34 WRC2 entries, including…
BővebbenRallying to New Heights: Ogier’s Acropolis Addition Revs Up 2025 WRC Season!
Sebastien Ogier will be competing in the Acropolis Rally next month as part of a 12-car Rally1 entry list for the World Rally Championship event. This rally will be Ogier’s fifth start of the season and he will be joining Toyota’s lineup alongside Elfyn Evans, Kalle Rovanpera, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari. Hyundai will have Thierry Neuville, Ott Tanak, and Adrien Fourmaux driving the i20 N Rally1 cars, while M-Sport-Ford will run four Pumas with privateer Jourdan Serderidis joining the team. In addition to the main entries, there will be…
BővebbenThe Dust settles: WRC embarks on thrilling gravel odyssey in Portugal
The World Rally Championship is entering a crucial phase of the title race, starting with Rally Portugal this weekend and a series of seven consecutive gravel rallies following. Toyota’s Elfyn Evans currently holds a 43-point lead over teammate Kalle Rovanpera, with Hyundai’s Thierry Neuville in third, 50 points behind, setting the stage for a competitive battle for the championship. The upcoming gravel events will play a significant role in determining the outcome of this year’s title fight. Kalle Rovanpera’s recent impressive performance in the Rally Islas Canarias, showcasing his asphalt…
BővebbenEvans’ Slim Lead Sets Stage for Thrilling WRC Rally Sweden Finale
Elfyn Evans (above) heads into WRC Rally Sweden’s final day on Sunday with a first victory of the season hanging in the balance after his lead over Toyota Gazoo Racing teammate Takamoto Katsuta was…
BővebbenEvans Outmaneuvers Competition to Reclaim WRC Rally Sweden Lead
Toyota’s Elfyn Evans (above) emerged from an ever-changing Friday battle at WRC Rally Sweden with a slender lead as an intense fight for the top spots saw just 9.1s covering the leading five driver…
BővebbenSebastien Ogier Dominates WRC Opener with Record 10th Win at Monte Carlo Rally
Sebastien Ogier has taken a record-extending 10th victory on the Monte Carlo Rally, the opening round of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship. Driving a Toyota GR Yaris Rally1, the eight-time WRC …
BővebbenSebastian Ogier Triumphs Once More: The Champion Conquers Again
Sebastian Ogier and Vincent Landais overcame everything that Rallye Monte Carlo could throw their way to claim a dominant 10th victory at the famous event. He used every ounce of experience he’d gained over the years to conquer the treacherous route, his only moment over the entire weekend came when he clipped a pole in […]
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