Mikkelsen just can't do anything to compete with Neuville in that Hyundai. So no wonder Thierry is delighted with his team mates; they're good enough to support him in the championship, but not good/quick enough to properly challenge him themselves.
I do think next year will be more even. Lets not forget Neuville has had 5 years in that car, Mikkelsen 11 months..
Sordo https://youtu.be/NKqJQLKlqDA?si=199ai_aOf2Qs8qJ7 Munster https://youtu.be/c_7JuAJ1W18?si=_GaShLZCbhDzO1Y3 Neuville https://youtu.be/squR_MO6I6c?si=rJEuQEKWMo-qghX5
WRC Testing