Quote Originally Posted by EstWRC View Post
Seems that Tänak joining the team boosts Neuville motivation

He won Monte when Ott joined in 2020 and won now 4 years later when Tänak rejoined the team
Jokes aside, there is some truth as well - it is openly said that Neuville and Tänak are free to fight for the title, and the situation is monitored and rechecked around the middle of the season. In other words, after that may come team orders and one needs to start support-working for the other (in case there is a need for that). So, it is logical that Neuville and Tänak both want to be The One who gets support for the title.

Neuville made really impressive opening round, if he can carry this as momentum to other rallies, it will be difficult for Tänak to match him. It means that for Tänak it is critical to deliver in Sweden, otherwise, the point difference has grown a bit too big already.