The 2017 FIA World Rally Championship is in full swing, captivating audience worldwide with its exhilarating races. As the highest class of international rallying recognized by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), this season promises to offer thrilling moments and fierce competition among the teams and crews.
Season Calendar
The championship consists of thirteen rounds held in various locations around the world. From Europe to North and South America, and even Australia, the WRC takes racers on a global adventure. Each round offers unique challenges and exciting race courses, making the competition even more intense.
Here’s a glimpse of the season calendar:
| Round | Dates | Rally Name | Rally Headquarters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 January – 22 January | 85ème Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo | Gap, Hautes-Alpes |
| 2 | 9 February – 12 February | 65th Rally Sweden | Torsby, Värmland |
| 3 | 10 March – 12 March | 31º Rally Guanajuato México | León, Guanajuato |
| 4 | 7 April – 9 April | 60ème Tour de Corse – Rallye de France | Bastia, Haute-Corse |
| 5 | 28 April – 30 April | 37º Rally Argentina | Villa Carlos Paz, Córdoba |
| 6 | 19 May – 21 May | 51º Rally de Portugal | Matosinhos, Porto |
| 7 | 9 June – 11 June | 14º Rally d’Italia Sardegna | Alghero, Sardinia |
| 8 | 30 June – 2 July | 74th Rally Poland | Mikołajki, Warmia-Masuria |
| 9 | 28 July – 30 July | 67th Rally Finland | Jyväskylä, Keski-Suomi |
| 10 | 18 August – 20 August | 35. ADAC Rallye Deutschland | Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate |
| 11 | 6 October – 8 October | 53º Rally RACC Catalunya – Costa Daurada | Salou, Tarragona |
| 12 | 27 October – 29 October | 73rd Wales Rally GB | Deeside, Flintshire |
| 13 | 17 November – 19 November | 26th Rally Australia | Coffs Harbour, New South Wales |
Entries
The rallies of the 2017 World Rally Championship feature a diverse range of talented teams and drivers, all vying for victory. Let’s take a look at some of the key entries:
M-Sport
- Manufacturer: M-Sport World Rally Team
- Car: Ford Fiesta WRC
- Drivers: Sébastien Ogier and Ott Tänak
- Co-drivers: Julien Ingrassia and Martin Järveoja
Hyundai
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motorsport
- Car: Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC
- Drivers: Hayden Paddon, Thierry Neuville, and Dani Sordo
- Co-drivers: John Kennard, Nicolas Gilsoul, and Marc Martí
Citroën
- Manufacturer: Citroën Total Abu Dhabi WRT
- Car: Citroën C3 WRC
- Drivers: Kris Meeke, Stéphane Lefebvre, and Craig Breen
- Co-drivers: Paul Nagle, Gabin Moreau, and Scott Martin
Toyota
- Manufacturer: Toyota GAZOO Racing WRC
- Car: Toyota Yaris WRC
- Drivers: Jari-Matti Latvala, Juho Hänninen, and Esapekka Lappi
- Co-drivers: Miikka Anttila, Kaj Lindström, and Janne Ferm
These remarkable teams and drivers are ready to push their limits and showcase their skills on the global stage of the WRC.
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Get ready to be amazed!
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