Fourmaux and Ogier amongst many backing a WRC return to Ireland:

"Fourmaux, who got to experience local roads first hand when he triumphed at last August’s Ulster Rally on his way to being crowned British Rally Championship champion.

“It will be good to have another tarmac event, especially in Ireland where the roads are similar to Finland except on tarmac,” said the 28-year-old, who is currently fifth in the WRC standings.

“I have been told by many people they are the most beautiful roads in the world and after the Ulster Rally, I would have to agree. My message to those working on this is just keep pushing because it will come, and when it does it will show what a beautiful country it is to the world.”

Compatriot Sebastien Ogier — an eight-time WRC champion — added: “We all know how much enthusiasm exists in Ireland for motorsport, so it will probably be a great event. If you are asking me for an opinion, I am definitely in favour of the idea.”

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