I really struggle to see anything positive that could come out of running this event in any shape or form. On the other hand, in the worst case scenario it could end up becoming an unmitigated PR-disaster that will really damage the sport in a big way. Taking risks like this is the last thing that WRC should do in the current political climate. And also for me personally, even if everything goes smoothly, the proposed route of 99% super specials while the forests are in flames is just completely tasteless from every possible angle that I try to look at it.

I hope all short-term interests are put aside and a sensible decision is reached asap with cancelling the event altogether.