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Ott Tänak Dominates Rally Portugal, Thwarts Sébastien Ogier’s Challenge

David Castro by David Castro
May 17, 2025
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Ott Tänak Dominates Rally Portugal, Thwarts Sébastien Ogier’s Challenge

Ott Tänak (EST) Martin Järveoja (EST) Of team HYUNDAI SHELL MOBIS WORLD RALLY TEAM are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Portugal in Porto, Portugal on 16,May. 2025 // Jaanus Ree / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505160206 // Usage for editorial use only //

In a nail-biting showdown at Rally Portugal, Ott Tänak managed to hold off Sébastien Ogier’s relentless pursuit to maintain his lead. The thrilling battle unfolded with Tänak facing challenges, including a puncture, but he ultimately emerged victorious after a crucial stage win on Amarante.

Ogier, determined to overtake Tänak, showcased impressive performance early on by winning stages like Vieira do Minho and Cabeceiras de Basto. However, Tänak’s exceptional driving on Amarante, where he outpaced his competitors by 4.6s and left Ogier trailing by 9.8s, solidified his position at the top.

Meanwhile, a fierce intra-team rivalry at Toyota saw Kalle Rovanperä and Takamoto Katsuta battling for the final podium spot. Despite Katsuta briefly seizing third place, a puncture on Amarante allowed Rovanperä to reclaim the position by a mere 0.4s.

Thierry Neuville’s hopes for a podium finish were dashed due to road conditions affecting his grip and tire choice issues. As Neuville struggled with overheating tires on Amarante, he fell behind in the competition.

Championship leader Elfyn Evans faced challenges of his own, experiencing difficulties with car setup and losing ground to his competitors. The intense competition also unfolded within the M-Sport team, with Josh McErlean seizing the lead from Grégoire Munster.

As the rally progressed, Mārtinš Sesks found himself far from the top positions after a tumultuous Friday, while Adrien Fourmaux made a comeback after retiring from the lead battle.

The Rally Portugal spectacle continues to captivate fans and drivers alike, with each twist and turn adding to the adrenaline-fueled drama on the rugged terrain.

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