Sébastien Ogier, the fearless rally champion, is ready to conquer the Acropolis Rally despite facing a disadvantage in starting position. With an impressive track record of eight World Rally Championship titles under his belt, Ogier exudes confidence as he aims for yet another victory in Greece.
Having secured three wins and a second place in his four starts this year, Ogier is undoubtedly a strong contender for the championship title. Despite starting second on the road for the Acropolis Rally, just behind Elfyn Evans, the current championship leader, Ogier remains unfazed. His past successes while leading the road order during gravel rounds in Europe have prepared him for this challenge.
Reflecting on the similarities between the conditions in Sardinia and Greece, Ogier is optimistic about his performance on the rough and rocky terrain of the Acropolis stages. While acknowledging the potential challenges of starting second on the road, he confidently asserts, “I’m never afraid of any challenge so let’s see what we can do.”
Although Ogier’s history at the Acropolis Rally has been a mix of podium finishes and challenges, his determination to succeed remains unwavering. On the other end of the spectrum is Sami Pajari, starting in an advantageous seventh position on the road. With a reminder to push harder this year in Rally1, Pajari aims to leverage his experience from previous victories to secure a strong finish in Greece.
As the battle between Toyota and Hyundai intensifies on the WRC stage, the Acropolis Rally becomes a pivotal event for both marques. With two wins each for Toyota and Hyundai in Greece since its return to the WRC calendar in 2021, the competition is set to be fierce between drivers like Kalle Rovanperä and Thierry Neuville.
With the stage set for a thrilling showdown in Greece, Ogier, Pajari, and the rest of the drivers are gearing up to push the limits of speed and skill in pursuit of rally glory. Stay tuned as the Acropolis Rally unfolds, promising adrenaline-pumping action and suspense at every turn.
