Hayden Paddon

[sollitt]

I'm not familiar with the rallying scene in NZ, but i don't see how he could build any kind of career with anyone by winning a few local rally's against nobody.

He was of marketing value to hyundai NZ because he was a wrc driver. But such value quickly fades away. In a few years he will have no more value to them, and that will be the end.

First comment I agree with. Depth of rallying in NZ right now is abysmal.

The latter comment displays a lack of knowledge.
With only a few spots up for grabs in WRC, many top rally drivers make a comfortable living driving elsewhere.
Paddon himself leaves NZ for programme of offshore rallies and rally cross in which, presumably, he's being well remunerated.

[deephouse]

I think he have also academy for young drivers and is tutoring them, is partner for variety brands. He just drive to stay in form and he is too young to retire from driving. I think he could leave business to other for a few more years and start competing at WRC2 or at least ERC. Or maybe try in rallycross or even WTCR.

[leighton323]

First comment I agree with. Depth of rallying in NZ right now is abysmal.

I disagree and am disappointed in your comments Mr Sollitt

[tommeke_B]

Difficult situation for Paddon, of course. Maybe being loyal to a brand is, in this case, setting more limits to himself, than it's giving opportunities. For me, and I think most people on this forum, the only place he belongs is in WRC. And for that it seems like he has to break the link with Hyundai at this point.

[racerx1979]

https://i.stuff.co.nz/sport/motorspo...ip-return-snub

[Andre Oliveira]

Unfortunately i can’t see Hayden WRC future anymore.

[Fast Eddie WRC]

I agree. He has burnt his bridges and if he wont leave NZ to try another team due to his business there, then thats it. His sole prioritiy isnt a WRC seat (unlike Breen).

[wrc2017]

https://twitter.com/HaydenPaddon/sta...649921024?s=19

[AnttiL]

https://twitter.com/HaydenPaddon/sta...649921024?s=19

Welcome to yesterday's discussions

[AL14]

Unfortunately i can’t see Hayden WRC future anymore.

I'm afraid to agree with you.
Maybe maybe M-Sport could give him a seat somehow but I guess the salary will not be like Hyundai's one and most probably he would not have one.