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2019 Wales Rally GB (United Kingdom)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2019 Wales Rally GB

Date: October 3–6, 2019

Start/Finish Location: Llandudno, Wales

Total Distance: Approx. 1,599 km (competitive stages ~309 km)

A classic of the WRC calendar, Wales Rally GB remained a treacherous, unpredictable event defined by tight forestry stages and relentless autumn weather.

Route

Gwydir & Penmachno Forests: Narrow, muddy tracks with tree-lined blind corners.
Hafren & Sweet Lamb: Long, flowing gravel stretches with iconic water splashes and jumps.
Oulton Park: Spectator-friendly super special on mixed surfaces.

The rally spanned North and Mid Wales:

Early morning fog and constant drizzle made grip levels changeable and unpredictable.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Ott Tänak & Martin Järveoja · Toyota Yaris WRC
2nd Place
Thierry Neuville & Nicolas Gilsoul · Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC
3rd Place
Sébastien Ogier & Julien Ingrassia · Citroën C3 WRC

Tänak’s victory brought him one step closer to securing his first WRC drivers' title.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Fog & Rain: Reduced visibility meant co-driver calls were critical.
  • Mud Build-up: Deep ruts made car placement tricky.
  • Long Days: Early starts and long loops tested endurance.

Wales Rally GB 2019 proved once again that wet-weather mastery is an art form in rallying.

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