WORLD OF RALLY

Ott Tänak has strengthened his relationship with Toyota through a major business investment, purchasing the new Amserv Tallinn dealership facility that will become the largest automotive centre in the Nordic region.

Hyundai Motorsport begins the gravel phase of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship at Acropolis Rally Greece, targeting another strong result at an event where the team has enjoyed significant success in recent seasons.

Toyota arrives at Acropolis Rally Greece with momentum after a dominant Rally Japan result. With seven gravel rallies remaining, the battle for the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship enters a decisive phase.

M-Sport Ford shifts focus to Acropolis Rally Greece as the FIA World Rally Championship returns to gravel. With extreme conditions, new stages and a unique ferry transfer, the Rally of Gods promises a major challenge for every crew.

Paul Dachicourt fought back from a puncture and a late deficit to secure his first Clio Trophy France Asphalte victory at Rallye Vosges Grand Est, moving to the top of the championship standings after an intense battle with Florent Fagnone.

Aymeric Lenoir and Florian Hosson earned their maiden Alpine A290 Rally Trophy victory at the e-Rallye Vosges Grand Est, ending Melvin Rabilloud's unbeaten start to the 2026 season. Julien Ingrassia also impressed on his debut in the all-electric rally series.

Former Hungarian champion Ferenc Vincze Jr. continued his impressive return to competition by winning every stage at the Mecsek Rallye and taking a second victory of the season, while the championship lead changed hands.

The 2026 Rallye San Martino di Castrozza has attracted more than 110 entries, with reigning European champion Miko Marczyk joining a competitive field in the modern rally and 19 crews entered in the historic event.

Rally Finland’s place on the FIA World Rally Championship calendar has been secured through 2031 after the City of Jyväskylä approved a new five-year co-operation agreement with AKK Sports Ltd.

The FIA is nearing a decision on the future promoter of the World Rally Championship. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says an announcement is expected soon as the governing body seeks a long-term partner to lead a major transformation of the series.

Kalle Rovanperä has been cleared to return to motorsport after recovering from health issues that halted his planned Super Formula move. Toyota says the two-time world rally champion is now preparing for a phased return to driving with a competitive comeback targeted for 2027.

Antonio Rusce and Gabriele Zanni emerged victorious at the 45th Rally Appennino Reggiano, defeating Gianluca Tosi and Alessandro Del Barba in a hard-fought contest as Skoda Fabia RS crews secured all three podium positions.