Lappi has to be a shoe-in for MSport surely? They need a driver capable of leading the team and Suninen is not yet, and maybe never will be, capable of that.
Latvala has said no, Meeke seems unlikely, Mikkelssen looks like he staying involved with Hyundai and I personally don't quite consider the likes of Breen, Paddon or Ostberg to have quite the immediate potential of Lappi.
I agree, I would pick Lappi. He has a couple of seasons under his belt, and experience of 2 other cars. He is also fast, just needs to be a bit more consistent, which hopefully comes with more experience.
Toyota aren't at fault, but being the sole WRC27 maker doesn't work.. The fans view matters if they dont accept a one-sided Championship.
Jon is entitled to his opinion and many agree with him....
I always find it amazing how often the driver behind has "so much more pace" until given a chance to prove it. I do think the team first told him he was free to pass, but then later ordered the...
According to unconfirmed sources, both Solberg and Tanak was in Japan in the beginning of July. Maybe only vacations, I don´t know, but...
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