He is maybe as well stressed from his boss…Quote:
Originally Posted by TWRC
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He is maybe as well stressed from his boss…Quote:
Originally Posted by TWRC
I think it's frustration that they can't really compete; no pre event test, no absolute top line drivers, etc The two 'lead' drivers making errors, and the other isn't fast enough.....again.Quote:
Originally Posted by bomber21
Straight battle for the win with Kalle now in 2nd and Ott says he'll fight.
So who is your money on ?
But it is very much their own making.Quote:
Originally Posted by AndyRAC
They picked Breen as only driver that gets paid and they filled other cars with paydrivers. Lots of voices around saying it was risky, including Breen himself.
It is this year they need to show car potential to get more money from either Ford, sponsors or more paydrivers and to potentially attract top driver(s).
If they won't it will get harder in the future.
Ott.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
Difference between Ott and Kalle was 21,9secs after last stage yesterday. So far, Kalle has slashed that to just 11,5secs. Given that there still are two stages to go and whole tomorrow, it looks like Kalle runs out of stage km's to do it (116 km gone, 78 km left).Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
that's aimed again to tell that another certain driver is not in rally1?Quote:
Originally Posted by mknight
Because, really...what different choice they had? we need to talk through this another time?
I'm surprised he has taken so few seconds back with 6 stages..Quote:
Originally Posted by jonkka
Top tier guy at home in Yaris should have taken all back.. :)
I think it's more down to how hard Tanak is fighting, he is truly wringing that beast of a car around to stay ahead.Quote:
Originally Posted by TypeR
I fancy Ott... Kalle may be more sensible and think of the Ch'ship.
This is crazy to watch
Equal times !! :D
Ott on full send. Massive respect to his performance :eek:
Yes, I agree. They knew what would likely happen - so it's hard to continue to feel sorry for them, as it's a recurring problem. Unless something changes, Ford isn't going to put more money in.Quote:
Originally Posted by mknight
And very enjoyable :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Tauri_J
Can we park this as its pretty simple -Quote:
Originally Posted by AndyRAC
Ford wouldnt fund a top driver and they were all under (expensive) contract anyway. The choice was Breen based on his performances and results in 2021. Maybe Mikkelsen or Ostberg may have done better but it was a gamble whoever's they chose.
Current MSport lineup is not working, that's a fact. Breen is alone with experience and is not taking the pressure well. The other drivers that never won anything (Fourmaux has won one rally with good competition ever) didn't improve speed or reliability.Quote:
Originally Posted by wyler
Loubet is about the only one that delivered much better than expected, but he is paying as well.
There for sure are/were more choices than Fourmaux and Greensmith (more than one specific driver). Huttunen is driving here, no idea who pays for that. Even Loeb seemingly had to get Redbull to pay for his drives.
A year ago Malcolm said they had money to hire a top driver. I really doubt he meant Breen.
So what happened with the money? (unless he was lying). They didn't use it on drivers and now they don't have money for testing before rally.
Please, this was discussed in other threads, lets enjoy the rally, it really is a superb fight.Quote:
Originally Posted by mknight
that was exactly the point...Quote:
Originally Posted by seb_sh
After previous stage Rovanperä said he was taking that one a bit safe. He's been faster than other Toyotas and Neuville is far away so he can think about the WDC a bit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
I don't think anyone can match Tanak's risk level for the whole rally
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That was so close there at the end!!! very nearly went off, that was some drive from Ott!
Kalle will definitely put pressure on Ott. Whatever the end result this has been a rally for the ages.Quote:
Originally Posted by janneppi
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I think it's the tightest fight we've had in Finland since Latvala Vs Ogier back in the day, I'd say Latvala vs. Lappi 5 years ago but that ended by this stage when Latvala suffered a technical/mechanical(?) issue.Quote:
Originally Posted by cali
Some difficult decisions for Rovanpera for tomorrow. He can easily secure second and the title, or he could push a bit and see if Tanak flinches again.
Judging by Estonia PS he is more likely to push as he is still in a young guys "don't care" mode.
Impressed by Tanak. I don't know how much the stars are aligning and effectively how many risks he's taking, but I think he's the favourite for tomorrow. IF, of course, Hyundai doesn't Hyundai again.
Reminds me of a Rally Finland battle of Latvala vs Ogier in VW few years ago, when Latvala said "I will push 110% to win this rally even if I risk to crash" and he actually made it.
Have to say, this has been the best rally of the season, an absolute joy to watch, even with All live.
I've been lurking this forum but now I have to say. It is been an insane rally this far. Most enjoyable for the season. I'm really pissed about Lappi but still..
All or nothing tomorrow https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/hyund...nland-efforts/
Are you sure?Quote:
Originally Posted by mknight
It's a bit weird they are so surprised. I'm not.Quote:
Originally Posted by EstWRC
Ott is a fantastic driver with incredible pace in almost every rally this year. The only surprise in Finland is that his car didn't let him down till now.
Kalle is faster, but only marginal. Ott is still living from his road position advantage on Friday.
If (!) there are no issues with the Hyundai tomorrow Ott will win because Kalle is simply running out of miles. Not enough ground to catch Ott.
And from my side Ott would be the well deserved winner of this rally. And I'm saying this as a Toyota fan from the bottom of my heart.
It's been incredible to watch how Tänäk goes trough without having a smooth ride like Kalle and still managing to be in pace. No doubt he's one hell of a driver. Kalle is good but he is still learning. Yep, I got my alarm clock on.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sproaks
Whatever happens tomorrow, there will be no losers. Tänak vs. Rovanperä, the best of the best battling it out. Let's get it on and enjoy the ride.
Virtual WRC points using positions on Saturday Night
Rovanpera 193 Neuville 104 Tanak 102
Scenario 1 to consider.
If overall positions remain unchanged Ott needs 3 more points than Thierry on power stage to move into second on seasons points table.
Scenario 2 to consider
If Kalle takes lead off Ott then virtual points before power stage will be Rovanpera 200 Neuville 104 Tanak 95. Compare Kalle's points to the 2 two Hyundai drivers
Thrilla in Jyväskylä, round 3.
Here we go, this is going to be wild.
What a stage by Ott! Fantastic battle ahead!
Almost crashed to the barrier at the beginning of the stage and his driving is so scary to watch. Huge risks!
Kalle so smooth again, effortless.
Fantastic battle.
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That was literally “balls to the wall” from Tanak. Loved that…
I didn’t think Tanak could maintain this level for the whole event without incident, but man…
So far no technical issues with Hyundais
While Huttunen has some issue just about on every stage.Quote:
Originally Posted by AnttiL