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Sweden debrief: Part Two

Rally Sweden's signature test, Vargåsen was in tip-top condition this year and highlighted the unique appeal of this rally brilliantly. Run twice on Saturday, a fresh dusting of snow created a perfect winter scene, while the flat out section near the start and a series of corners and crests deep in the forest made it a favourite with drivers.

Sweden stars’ WRC sabbatical

Citroën driver Breen recorded the best result of his career with second place in Sweden, but will miss the next two rounds in Mexico and Corsica. Paddon [pictured above], who finished fifth, faces a longer three-month break from WRC competition. Rising star Breen has a 10-round programme with Citroën this year and will also miss the penultimate round in Spain, as nine-time champion Sébastien Loeb returns to drive the manufacturer's third C3 WRC at the three fixtures.

Breen: brave and fast was key

Finding a brave and fast rhythm on the first day at Rally Sweden was the key to Craig Breen's podium success, according to the Citroën driver. The Irishman secured the best result of his WRC career to date when he finished 19.8sec behind winner Thierry Neuville on the Värmland region's tricky snow-covered stages. The result also gave Citroën's C3 WRC its fourth podium finish in the series.

Sardinia’s 15th edition revealed

For the fifth year running, the rally base and service park will be on Alghero's historic harbourside and the competition will start from there on Thursday evening before a 2km stage at the former motocross track at nearby Ittiri. In a change to 2017, when cars then crossed the island to a parc fermè in Olbia, this time crews will overnight in Alghero.

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