Quote Originally Posted by Mirek View Post
2009-2011 four years of WRC without Monte Carlo and the world didn't crash. Yes, it is an iconic event but the truth is that both WRC and the Monte Carlo rally can live without each other just like they did in the past. Both together is of course the better option.
I believe you mean three years, not four…

Also you must remember that ’09 and ’10 are among WRC less competitive seasons, with only 2 teams and Loeb’s total domination, while IRC was getting rally world spotlights. Tacking MC rally out of WRC calendar was one of IRC brightest moves and hugely helped to strength their series. Fortunately, after Todt get elected as FIA president one of his priorities was to put back MC into WRC.