That seems like lot of money for an engine that's going to be obsolete in 2 rallies... still, I'm sure he knows what he's doing, and GB is his best chance of winning all season.
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That seems like lot of money for an engine that's going to be obsolete in 2 rallies... still, I'm sure he knows what he's doing, and GB is his best chance of winning all season.
If he had found the grip on ss1 in Spain yesterday he was leading the rally.
But still in good position for today
Interview after GB, Margam Park 2: http://www.zshare.net/audio/827607602f0ae90b/
2010; Quite respectful performance by Petter, improving his speed through the whole season. Some setup issues, not really a surprise with a new car and limited testing. But 8 podium finishes and 5 2nd podiums is more than he could pull out during three years with Subaru, 2006-2008, and that with the shorter 13-rallies season. Ok a bit lucky the Fords have been on vacation for most of the year, but on speed alone being able to fight close battles with top factory Citroens is not too bad. Funny to see his good old mood coming back when he's able to show what he is good for.
He's been under a lot of pressure this whole season, more than most have imagined I think. Wanting to push to the limit, needing to make podium results, and knowing that wrecking the car is not an option. And between the rallies, constantly something going on, not much relax for this guy. Even to the last rally he has to think about "giving back" to his sponsors in order to maximize his hopes for support next year. It's been annoying to see some rallies he's given up good road position to "lead the rally for the sponsors". Or perhaps more likely most of this was unofficial Citroen team orders... But anyway, he's making the show and I can't really imagine how boring WRC would be without him.
Quite an uphill battle all the way, but great to see him pull it off and able to perform close to his potential. Of course we all hope he will be here next year. And if it's possible, or even quite impossible, I'm sure he will drive. So no worries.
I don't understand how one of the best drivers in the sport and the only personality currently in the sport cannot get the support he deserves to continue? Petter worked his tail off this year to get where is and he has proven he still has the speed, not to mention it seems he does far more work for his sponsors than any other driver. It will be very sad if he is not in the championship next year.
Exactly what I was thinking. If he can't find a paid seat for next year, this only proves the sport is very sick AND the new rules haven't changed anything.Quote:
Originally Posted by TyPat107
If one has proven his talent this year, it's Petter. Of course there are others as well, but after his bad period with Subaru, he has done a fabulous job in his not-official C4. Remember how Stohl performance was rated in the OMV Xsara, well take the same result, but for the FULL championship this year!
It would be a big loss, Petter did a fantastic season this year and he is still one of the top guys out there.
It was indeed afantastic season for peter....he definately delivered far more than expected, ok he will probably never win again under normal circumastances but he proved that he still has 2-3 years left in him to offer the sport some good performances. Hope his sponsors don't abandom him and see him pay once more to be in the championship.
The winner of Wales is 36 and the second is almost 36 (next Thursday).
He's been the best driver of the year, in my opinion. I would hate not to see him next year.
Totally agree :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by cali