WRC: Key Tire Management Challenges at the Chili Rally
The WRC lands in Chili this weekend for the eleventh round of the World Championship. This dirt rally poses unique challenges, particularly in tire management. Adrien Fourmaux from Ford stated, ‘We will try to compete at the front.' He emphasized the importance of gaining points as the season winds down. Fourmaux shared his excitement about the technical nature of the Chilean stages, highlighting the significant challenge ahead in tire management. He noted, “We have 12 hard tires available,” explained Grégoire Munster, Fourmaux's co-driver. The team will utilize soft tires as necessary throughout the rally. Munster added that while soft tires should manage well on Friday, the situation might become complicated by Sunday. 'This rally presents a unique opportunity to build on previous experiences,' Munster concluded, expressing hope for enjoyable races ahead.
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