WRC Croatia Rally 2021

[Eli]

https://www.autosport.com/wrc/news/o...ision/6456524/

Video footage of the incident shows the co-driver’s side of Ogier’s Toyota Yaris being hit by another car as he changed lanes on a section of dual carriageway.

No one was seriously injured in the incident, although Ogier revealed in the post-event press conference that he had to contend with back pain for the final four stages of the Tarmac event.

“The impact was psychological, honestly – it was quite a shock in the morning when it happened,” he said.

“I am bit hurt in my back; it was quite a big impact.

"First of all, I was glad to see that that no one is injured and that the person with who we had the accident was also safe and it was just car damage, but, honestly, in the moment, I thought my rally was over.

“Luckily, the impact was straight on - maybe on one of the strongest points of the car where the damage was just cosmetic.

"Behind it, the wheel was straight, the roll cage was untouched and even the door foam protection was still in it, so the safety was still there.

“There was only some liquid [getting into the cabin] and Julien had to wear goggles like you’ve seen because he was getting a lot of dust in his eye, but yeah, it’s been a hell of a ride for us today – a rollercoaster.
“Like I say: I am very happy that no one was hurt this morning but then, of course, there was a bit of confusion in the moment because we discuss for a while the whole situation and give data to the police but the biggest issue, I would say, is that the policemen were not speaking any English!

“So, it was not that easy and at one point one of them said, ‘you can go’, and then yeah, maybe the other colleague was not so sure. We are going to clarify that [what happened] one more time.

“I’m definitely not someone who runs away after the incident.

"I checked first of all that all was OK, we gave up driving license – everything – and yeah, we can be glad today that it is only car damage and we will solve what needs to be solved tonight.”

Ogier’s boss told reporters he did not believe there would be any repercussions on the back of the accident, which has been widely circulated on social media platforms.

“Like Seb said, the most important thing is that nobody was hurt, so from that side everything is OK,” said Jari-Matti Latvala.

“It might be that we need to discuss with the organisers a little bit about it but I’m sure everything will be sorted out.”

[flat_right]

pointless to ask him about those things, he wont answer anyway

Yes, but one should try anyway. Or do you think Jaan Martinson’s questions were fantastic? As I have learned (from Becks or Colin) that if you ask him a proper rally question everywhere else than after SS, you will get a decent answer.

[doubled1978]

What a good rally, interesting stages, low grip tarmac, looked great on TV (cars moving around)...and a last minute result.
Ogier is incredible, you can only admire such a ability.
Looking forward to see more of Fourmaux, he showed us what he’s got on Saturday morning and he’s quick. With Kalle and Oliver, these lads will keep us entertained in the future.

[dimviii]

There will, no doubt, be plenty more to discuss as this one rolls on through the closing day of what, even before those events, had already been a lively Rally Croatia for Toyota.

The question of what happens next is an interesting one. Toyota’s rivals could protest Ogier’s victory, which would involve a lengthy discussion in the stewards’ room. Sources say the result of any such inquiry could range from a slap on the wrist to a question mark being raised over Ogier’s participation in Portugal at round four.

What do I think? Who knows. It’s impossible not to feel a degree of sympathy for Ogier, who went about his business on the stages in a typically superb style. It will, I fear, be what happened between the stages, rather than his victory, that defines this rally for the seven-time champion.

https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/how-o...rama-unfolded/

[dimviii]

https://youtu.be/mJ1i7nKuEeo

[wwbroe]

https://youtu.be/mJ1i7nKuEeo

Ogier really doesn't care about any traffic rules

[Augury]

Ogier really doesn't care about any traffic rules

Right in front of the police station as well?

[T16]

If ogier actually retires it will be hard for toyota to find someone better than him. So i don't see a reason why they should not hire him.

But from the other side, why would he go to toyota if he left them in the first place, while knowing they had the best car. He must have been pretty pissed.

But now they’ve got rid of Tommi, it’s possibly a different picture.

[denkimi]

That's what you get the timing is tight. Either you obey the traffic rules and get time penalty's for being late, or you try to make it on time and risk getting fines.

Its truly unfortunate people are not only videotaping this, but even put it on youtube.

[dimviii]

That's what you get the timing is tight. Either you obey the traffic rules and get time penalty's for being late, or you try to make it on time and risk getting fines.

Its truly unfortunate people are not only videotaping this, but even put it on youtube.