Quote Originally Posted by 240RS View Post
Probably a little premature to talk about the championship, but today may prove a turning point of sorts for Elfyn Evans he can keep it together. First on the road doesn't appear to be a handicap here, and, strangely, his direct rivals are all struggling. Two asphalt events coming next. Evans would be excused a smile or more at the moment.
Evans got the starting setup right compared to others. Now the question is, if and how much others can improve their pace. For example, I don't expect Ogier to struggle through the rally.

But for now, 1st loop was really well done!