I agree, he was going to WRC too quickly. And now they are making same mistake with younger brother. I think that one season in ERC before going to JWRC should help him a lot.
Last year he was trying to secure budget for JWRC, but he was not successful. I hope he will be more successful for this season.
I will keep Ralfs in the list for now, on old merits. Hopefully he gets some funding/opportunities
Katsuta was on a verge for a few years already, I especially think he would be out if Kalle wouldn't retire from rallying. With 2 wins he concreted his position in the team now. Also Pajari showing...
I'm not an expert, but it's his first season coming into 4WD and his goal is to gain experience, obviously.
If he had more complete programme, there would the pressure to get results, even if...
Program is public. https://toyotagazooracing.com/challengeprogram_rally/calendar/2026/ and press on Global
Upcoming events.
May 22–24 Royal Rally of Scandinavia (Sweden) ERC
June...
Agree completely. Driving rallies, competition or not, is best way of having a learning process.
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