Quote Originally Posted by Jarek Z View Post
Yes, it's possible, most top Italian drivers are much over 30 or even 40, but it doesn't explain the fact that only last year they were faster than top ERC crews. I have just found my comparison of stage times from last year. Crugnola was wiining stages and this year he is down in the 13th position. So last year the Italians were faster and just one year later so much slower. What has changed since last year?
Last year italians were driving under different conditions (and in different time). This year they must follow all ERC rules.