An FIA World Rally Championship event that broke new ground in 2023 returns next week when the second running of Central European Rally takes place from October 17-20.
With a variety of sealed-surface stages in three countries – Austria, Czech Republic, and Germany – Central European Rally is unique. It’s also eagerly anticipated as Thierry Neuville and Martin Wydaeghe prepare to start the all-Tarmac contest in touching distance of the FIA WRC Drivers’ and Co-drivers’ titles.
Indeed, the Hyundai-powered crew can become Belgium’s first FIA WRC champions providing they score two more points than team-mates Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja, drop no more than 10 points to Sébastien Ogier and Vincent Landais, or drop no more than 16 points to Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin if Evans/Martin do not win the rally or 15 points if Evans/Martin do win.
But this potentially significant moment is just one of several notable highlights in store when Central European Rally forms the third sealed-surface event of the FIA WRC season and the penultimate round of another action-packed campaign.
Female participation in the spotlight as Junior WRC prize drive awaits
Central European Rally provides an opportunity for three female drivers to stake their respective claims for an FIA Junior WRC Championship prize drive in 2025.
