Updates to 2026 FIA WRC Sporting Regulations approved by the World Motor Sport Council
Following an e-vote by the World Motor Sport Council, a series of updates to the regulations governing the FIA World Rally Championship have been approved. The revisions introduce new provisions relating to mandatory rest hours, establish a formal framework for Candidate Rallies seeking inclusion in the FIA WRC calendar, amend the duration of midday service […]
2025 FIA World Rally Championship – Rally Japan – FIA Event Review
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Ogier wins rain-hit Rally Japan to set up WRC title showdown
The eight-time world champion fended off Toyota Gazoo Racing team-mate and points leader Elfyn Evans through a rain-soaked final leg, winning by 11.6sec to close the gap to three points. Kalle Rovanperä’s sixth-place finish leaves him 24 points off the lead, ensuring all three Toyota drivers remain in contention while Ott Tänak’s faint hopes are […]
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2025 FIA World Rally Championship – Central European Rally – FIA event review
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FIA Rally Star Crews Take Their Final Bow on Central European Tarmac
Central European Rally (16–19 October) marked an emotional conclusion for the FIA Rally Star programme – the global talent detection programme launched in 2021 to identify and support the next generation of rally talent. The event also brought the curtain down on the 2025 FIA Junior WRC season, serving as the final double-points round in […]
Rovanperä wins in Central Europe as Toyota seals fifth straight WRC title
The Finn assumed control on Saturday when team-mate Sébastien Ogier crashed out in treacherous conditions. From there, he managed the gap with trademark composure to take victory by 43.7sec. It marked Rovanperä’s third win of the year following triumphs in the Canary Islands and Finland, and Toyota’s ninth manufacturers’ title – surpassing Citroën’s tally of […]
Rovanperä leads in Central Europe as Ogier crash shakes up WRC battle
Rovanperä began the day just 0.6sec behind Ogier but seized the initiative immediately, moving into the lead on the opening Made in FRG test. One stage later, Ogier’s hopes of victory and a crucial haul of points ended abruptly when he ran wide on a damp, leaf-covered section of asphalt on the rain-affected Keplý stage. […]
Ogier fends off Rovanperä in tight Toyota tussle
The eight-time world champion led from the outset, his experience proving decisive over the day’s six stages spanning almost 100km across three countries and varying road conditions. Despite seeing his advantage trimmed slightly on the repeated afternoon loop, Ogier ended Friday on top as Toyota Gazoo Racing tightened its grip on both the rally and […]
FIA Rally Star Crews Set for Final Showdown on the Asphalt of Central Europe
Central European Rally (16–19 October) presents the first asphalt challenge of the 2025 Junior WRC season, as the cross-border event returns for its third edition. For the FIA Rally Star crews, it marks the final round of their 2025 campaigns. Offering a fitting stage to showcase their progress and a final chance to secure the […]
WRC receives Presidential welcome in Prague
Czech President Petr Pavel welcomed the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) to Prague on Sunday, just days before the Czech Republic co-hosts the Central European Rally. WRC stars Adrien Fourmaux, Grégoire Munster and Sami Pajari joined local aces Filip Mareš (CZE), Jan Černy (CZE) and Philip Geipel (GER) for a head-turning street convoy through the […]
WRC Commission Meeting – 22.09.2025 – Media Update
The meeting took place online and was chaired by Commission President Pernilla Solberg, who commented: “It has been a very busy few weeks in the WRC with two successful events in South America including an all-new event in Paraguay that was a fantastic addition to the calendar. We are working hard behind the scenes on […]
WRC – Ogier takes championship lead with Rally Chile victory
The eight-time world champion completed a remarkable weekend by beating title rival and Toyota Gazoo Racing team-mate Elfyn Evans by 11sec with co-driver Vincent Landais alongside. Evans had begun Sunday’s four-stage finale just 6.3sec adrift in an identical GR Yaris Rally1 car. Toyota’s 10th win of the season also pushed the Japanese marque further clear […]
FIA World Rally Championship – Rally Chile event review
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Evans capitalises on wet roads to reclaim Chile lead
The Welshman overhauled overnight leader Adrien Fourmaux to establish a 5.6sec advantage over his Toyota Gazoo Racing team-mate Sébastien Ogier, who jumped to second position as tyre strategies backfired for rival Hyundai drivers Fourmaux and Thierry Neuville. Evans delivered a masterclass in wet-weather rallying across the morning’s three stages, climbing from fifth to the rally […]
Fourmaux tops dramatic opening day in Chile
The Frenchman inherited the top spot when Tänak pulled up 5.6 kilometres into the day’s longest test, ending what had been a commanding performance from the Estonian – who had built an advantage of nearly 10sec after overhauling championship leader Elfyn Evans’ morning advantage. “I can only be pleased because I think it is the […]
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WRC – Title race intensifies as Ogier claims Paraguay spoils
The eight-time world champion’s triumph capped an extraordinary comeback week that began with him dropping almost 40 seconds to a tyre deflation on Friday but ended with both the rally victory and a surge to within nine points of championship leader Elfyn Evans. Ogier’s 18th triumph for Toyota also makes him the Japanese manufacturer’s most […]