Lets be fair Mcrae and Sainz were both well past their primes at this point. Mcrae in his prime was arguable the fastest driver ever in the WRC (not nessecarily the best). Sainz is definately a contender for the GOAT imho.
they weren't that "vintage" and Loeb was in his first full season, I doubt anyone expected him to beat them at the time.
I have to say I am really impressed by Oliver. Before the start I thought it would be good for him if he just earned some top3 times, and finish the rally in top5. I mean he was carrying the RC2 car...
I don't think Thierry has real chances this year, but you mean to tell me that Tanak in 2022, with the most unrealiable car in recent memory and 72 points behind dominating Kalle with tank Yaris,...
Can we please get Oliver in a Yaris Rally1 for Finland please? Been a sensation to watch, really hope he takes this one.
[WRC] Delfi Rally Estonia 2025