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2019 Rally Chile (Chile)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2019 Rally Chile

Date: May 9–12, 2019

Start/Finish Location: Concepción, Chile

Total Distance: Approx. 1,250 km (competitive stages ~325 km)

This inaugural South American round impressed with smooth, high-speed gravel stages set among eucalyptus forests, combined with fog and coastal winds that kept drivers on their toes.

Route

El Puma: Wide gravel roads with sweeping bends through dense woodland.
Bio Bio River Stages: Open, flowing sections with long sightlines.
Power Stage: Coastal roads where wind and mist altered visibility and grip.

Highlights included:

Chile’s stages were praised for their smooth surfaces but punished over-commitment with minimal margin for error.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Ott Tänak & Martin Järveoja · Toyota Yaris WRC
2nd Place
Sébastien Ogier & Julien Ingrassia · Citroën C3 WRC
3rd Place
Sébastien Loeb & Daniel Elena · Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC

Tänak’s victory showcased Toyota’s gravel pace, while Loeb returned to the podium in spectacular fashion.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Fog and Low Visibility: Several morning stages demanded ultra-precise pacenotes.
  • New Terrain: No prior WRC experience on these roads meant equal learning curves.
  • Fast Commitment: High-speed corners required full trust in co-driver calls.

The 2019 Rally Chile marked an exciting new chapter for the championship.

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