That brought back memories ! I went to that auto test at the Albert Dock and still have the photos including of me with Derek Bell. I didnt know they went from there to Ireland though.
M-Sport is desperate for good results and I don't think that they would mess up the only car who could actually bring them those, as all others were slow, hit the troubles and were conpletely...
its not even for Acropolis the first time.In 80s they have used it again
Sounds like he is talking about the situation, that Manufacturesr are playing dirty. That it is not possible to win with a private team. Sounds like he was told, that he will not win if in a private...

If drivers are topnotch, the interest is still there, even if everyone drive Fabia 2WD. However if top class would be WRC2, with Rally2+ cars it would still attract spectators, believe me.
WRC mainclass from 2027