It's not unusual for him to make odd appearances. Maybe there's no great conspiracy.
OK. At this point top 3 has understood, that win might be actually possible. And Tanak is also in fight and will push like crazy. So top 4 will tell at stage interviews, that they control the pace,...
Strategy but not deciding, I buy that. Still strategy can be blown out by two punctures instead of one... or none...
Probably still hoping he will get noticed by Hyundai. As soon as they "will" (big IF) switch to Rally2 car, the seat will be given to Neuville, Fourmaux and probably someone who never actually drive...

The sand just doesnt suit Evans so much. Same as Sardegna or Greece.
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