History 1990s

1993 Rallye Monte-Carlo (Monaco)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1993 Rallye Monte-Carlo (Monaco)

Date: January 23–27, 1993

Start Location: Valence, France

Finish Location: Monte Carlo, Monaco

Total Distance: 644.00 km of special stages

Surface: Asphalt and snow

The 1993 Monte Carlo Rally delivered its trademark mix of unpredictability and spectacle. Snow-covered alpine roads and dry tarmac in the valleys challenged teams with constantly shifting grip. François Delecour, behind the wheel of the Ford Escort RS Cosworth, maintained calm under pressure. With near-perfect tire calls and precise execution, he and co-driver Daniel Grataloup overcame fierce competition to take their maiden WRC victory in one of rallying’s most prestigious events.

Route

Col de Turini: Iconic hairpin stage often snowbound—timing and tire choice were vital.
Saint-Bonnet–Sisteron: Mixed surface with patches of black ice and dry runs—traction strategy determined pace.
Burzet–Lalouvesc: Long and fast asphalt sectors with intermittent snowfields—demanded rhythm and confidence.

The route spanned southeastern France and the Maritime Alps, with dramatic elevation changes and icy switchbacks:

Monte Carlo’s notorious unpredictability saw conditions change hourly. Delecour’s team made bold but correct decisions on tire compounds, giving him a crucial advantage.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
François Delecour & Daniel Grataloup · Ford Escort RS Cosworth
2nd Place
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD
3rd Place
Carlos Sainz & Luis Moya · Lancia Delta HF Integrale

Delecour’s calm under pressure and flawless grip management earned him a commanding and well-earned first Monte Carlo victory, announcing Ford’s serious title intentions for the season.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Mixed Surface Mastery: Delecour managed snow-to-dry transitions better than his rivals—especially in early-stage descents.
  • Tire Gambling: Teams had to guess compound choices with minimal weather data—Ford’s calls gave them the upper hand.
  • Pressure Management: Delecour stayed composed against more experienced rivals—his maturity showed in every sector.

The 1993 Monte Carlo Rally crowned a new asphalt king—François Delecour delivered a masterclass in conditions where chaos is the norm, leading Ford to one of its proudest rally moments.

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