[WRC] News & rumours (part IV) 2016

[Andre Oliveira]

I only know that it's my wish to be true.

I think only Citroën, Hyundai and Toyota fans don't wish it too

If true, it would be a bit sad to have him at M-Sport for only one season. I'd understand if he wouldn't want to take the risk of binning more than one year if the car is not good, but I'd like to see a 2 year contract, as a minimum.

Maybe 1 + option (rational choice by the champ).

[smsgrafica]

From Google Translate:

The references indicate that even Malcolm Wilson would not attend the Australian date to finalize all aspects related to the contract and prepare the logistics to immediately start the French tests.

They also have an article on Latvala to Toyota: http://www.rallynoticias.com/nivel2...._noticia=11873

From Google Translate:

Within the framework of multiple references, the range of possibilities begins to be narrowed after the cancellation of VW activity in the WRC.

Today, with great force, the possibility is established for Tommi Makinen to fulfill his dream of presenting an all Finnish team.

In fact, the negotiations with Ogier seem to have failed, mainly because the economic option from MSport seems insurmountable.

In this way all signs mark the hiring of Jari Matti Latvala and Esapekka Lappi next to Juho Hanninen to start in January next season.

With 31 years, 10 world victories and a potential that can not be ignored, Latvala will look for the denied opportunity of a title at the highest level.

[Simmi]

If true, it would be a bit sad to have him at M-Sport for only one season. I'd understand if he wouldn't want to take the risk of binning more than one year if the car is not good, but I'd like to see a 2 year contract, as a minimum.

Ogier doesn't need the long-term security so much as he knows he'll be able to move again easily in 12 months time. A one-year deal seems perfectly logical. Could be further options to remain if Ford come back to the WRC. But this will allow Ogier to see which team has built the best car too.

[Fast Eddie WRC]

"the references indicate that even Malcom Wilson would not contest the Australian date to finalize all aspects related to the contract and prepare the logistics to start immediately trials of the Frenchman"

Please be true !

[kirungi okwogera]

I bet Paddon doesn't sleep well at night nowadays given Neuville's recent form.

I don't understand - I'm quite a big supporter of Paddon and I am also a fan of Neuville. Does the fact that they are not friends personally and the fact that it was because of Paddon that the public knows they aren't friends mean that he must think Neuville must do worse than him, or that his fans should wish Neuville to do badly? That sounds nuts. Especially since they are on the same team, but even if they weren't.

[kirungi okwogera]

"the references indicate that even Malcom Wilson would not contest the Australian date to finalize all aspects related to the contract and prepare the logistics to start immediately trials of the Frenchman"

Please be true !

This would be logical for them to do if the story holds true. As long as Ogier is in the series in a competitive car to everyone else, I'm happy.

[sollitt]

I bet Paddon doesn't sleep well at night nowadays given Neuville's recent form.

I imagine that Paddon is professional enough to develop his own form and not concern himself with others.

[EstWRC]

not a trustworthy site it seems?

JoMoWRC ‏@JoMoWRC 40m40 minutes ago
@eWRCresults Ogier won't move anywhere until Rally Australia is complete. Never trust an argentinian site. They just want your visit.

Adolfo Murrieta Glez ‏@adolfonline 12m12 minutes ago
@JoMoWRC @eWRCresults I'm totally agree with you @JoMoWRC

[stefanvv]

not a trustworthy site it seems?

JoMoWRC ‏@JoMoWRC 40m40 minutes ago
@eWRCresults Ogier won't move anywhere until Rally Australia is complete. Never trust an argentinian site. They just want your visit.

Adolfo Murrieta Glez ‏@adolfonline 12m12 minutes ago
@JoMoWRC @eWRCresults I'm totally agree with you @JoMoWRC

I was just about to ask if they have something about Mikkelsen & Lappi as well, but nevermind.

[sollitt]

Well for sure it was clear from the very beginning that Paddon obviously couldn´t smell Neuville. It was starting from Paddon, Neuville always stayed calm about this.

I think you're reading a different script to everyone else.

My recollection is that, when he arrived at Hyundai, Paddon was respectful of both his team mates and looking forward to learning from them. It was only when he started showing them a clean pair of heels consistently and Neuville buckled under pressure that the trouble started, firstly by management pointing out the obvious and then with Neuville reacting poorly ... at one point even accusing Paddon of sabotage.
I think you'll find that fans of Paddon actually hold a great deal of admiration for Neuville and hope that both can work together to achieve the ultimate prize for the team.