As for Kris getting an Msport drive this season, well, they have Ogier as number one driver and Evans, Sunninen both podiums in Portugal so I don't see either losing a drive at the minute. As they say, to finish first, first you must finish.
Just watched the replay of the Power Stage and you can really see Ott trying to avoid 3rd gear (the one that broke first) as much as possible. Shifting from 2nd to 4th quickly with almost no throttle...
same rumor from italy
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