Quote Originally Posted by denkimi View Post
Although i also doubt lappi would request a partial season, it could kinda make sense. He must have realized that he will never become champion, so winning rallies could be easier if he can get good road position due to skipping events.
I dont doubt this at all. Lappi has said this several times.

I remember well from his spell at M-Sport how difficult he found it being away from his young family so much. And when he was out of a seat altogether he really loved being at home.