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2012 Wales Rally GB (United Kingdom) — WRC Rd.10

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2012 Wales Rally GB

Date: September 14–16, 2012

Start/Finish Location: Cardiff, Wales

Total Distance: 1,506.25 km overall (324.92 km of special stages)

Participating Teams: 69 starters, 50 finishers

Heavy rain and muddy forest tracks defined the rally, creating some of the season’s toughest driving conditions. Latvala delivered a clean, controlled performance to secure the win.

Route

Hafren: Long, technical stage with variable surfaces.
Sweet Lamb: Iconic jumps and water splashes.
Dyfi: Narrow, slippery roads with deep mud.

Classic Welsh forest stages with low grip and foggy conditions.

Visibility and traction were constant challenges throughout the rally.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Jari-Matti Latvala & Miikka Anttila · Ford Fiesta RS WRC
2nd Place
Sébastien Loeb & Daniel Elena · Citroën DS3 WRC
3rd Place
Petter Solberg & Chris Patterson · Ford Fiesta RS WRC

Latvala’s win was a major boost for Ford in the manufacturers’ battle.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Fog: Reduced visibility on early stages.
  • Mud: Created unpredictable grip levels.
  • Weather: Rainfall constantly altered stage conditions.

The 2012 Wales Rally GB showcased rallying’s rawest and most demanding side.

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