History 2010s

2010 Rally of Turkey (Turkey) — WRC Rd.4

Overview

Event Name: 2010 Rally of Turkey

Date: April 16–18, 2010

Start/Finish Location: Istanbul, Turkey

Total Distance: 1,174.16 km overall (358.84 km of special stages)

Participating Teams: 38 starters, 33 finishers

The Turkish stages combined rocky mountain gravel with stretches of asphalt, demanding adaptable driving. Loeb held off Hirvonen and Ogier in a tense final leg, consolidating his championship lead.


Route

Mountain Gravel: Loose, rocky climbs and descents punished suspension and tires.
Asphalt Links: Abrupt surface changes tested grip adaptability.
Urban Super Specials: Tight, barrier-lined stages for spectators.

Rally HQ in Istanbul’s Pendik district provided quick access to diverse stage profiles.

Variable weather created occasional damp patches, adding unpredictability to grip levels.


🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Sébastien Loeb & Daniel Elena · Citroën C4 WRC
2nd Place
Mikko Hirvonen & Jarmo Lehtinen · Ford Focus RS WRC 09
3rd Place
Sébastien Ogier & Julien Ingrassia · Citroën C4 WRC

Ogier’s pace was a highlight, while Loeb’s tire choice and consistency proved decisive.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Surface Changes: Co-drivers warned of grip shifts between gravel and asphalt.
  • Rock Hazards: Careful line selection to avoid punctures and suspension damage.
  • Fast Blind Crests: Precise pacenote timing was critical for safe landings.

Adaptability and mechanical preservation were key to mastering the 2010 Turkish terrain.

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