I think you're right. And it ended with a fair result (points wise equal with Neuville) as Evans was really lucky not to do big damage or even retire...
The new points system has to make some difference when there's 3 pts to gain and so a '6 point swing' on Saturday between 1st and 2nd (if you finish...
He didnt gain anything anyway as he was slower as the rally went on. The muddy 'line' created was more slippery than the gravel and the Polo R5 didnt...