Rally History Archive

Ari Vatanen secured a third consecutive Paris–Dakar victory, dominating the 1990 edition in his Peugeot 405 Turbo 16 despite political diversions and over 8,500 km of competitive stage distance.

Didier Auriol opened the 1990 season with a commanding drive through the Alps, expertly handling the changing tarmac and snow conditions to give Lancia and the new Integrale 16V a flawless debut win.

Miki Biasion tamed Portugal’s chaotic gravel and tarmac transitions, mastering dusty mountain roads and thick crowds to take a crucial win for Lancia and the Delta Integrale 16V.

Björn Waldegård rolled back the years with a vintage performance, conquering Africa’s toughest endurance rally in the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165 to claim his final WRC victory at age 46.

Didier Auriol extended his tarmac dominance with a third career win on Corsica’s treacherous mountain roads, flawlessly navigating the 'Rally of 10,000 Corners' in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V.

Carlos Sainz secured his first victory of the season by conquering Greece’s brutal rocky terrain, guiding the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165 to a historic win through relentless heat and punishment.

In a landmark moment for the future of rallying, young Scotsman Colin McRae took his first WRC win on the flowing gravel roads of New Zealand, delivering a bold and fearless drive in the Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth.

Carlos Sainz delivered a commanding drive through the rough Patagonian terrain to earn a decisive victory in Argentina, tightening his grip on the championship with the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165.

Juha Kankkunen thrilled the home crowd with a flat-out victory on Finland’s legendary gravel stages, flying to first place in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V and keeping his title hopes alive.

Juha Kankkunen mastered the fast, technical gravel of Western Australia to give Toyota a crucial late-season victory in the Celica GT-Four ST165, reigniting his title fight with Sainz.

Didier Auriol dominated the mixed-surface Sanremo Rally with pinpoint precision, guiding the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V to victory on both gravel and tarmac in front of the home crowd.

Patrick Tauziac overcame brutal African terrain to claim his only WRC victory, mastering the endurance format of the Bandama Rally in his Mitsubishi Galant VR-4.

Carlos Sainz sealed his first World Rally Championship title with a flawless drive through the British forests, winning the RAC Rally in the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165 under heavy pressure.

Ari Vatanen returned to the top of the desert hierarchy with a commanding win in the rebranded Paris–Tripoli–Dakar Rally, piloting the new Citroën ZX Rallye Raid through a brutal 9,000+ km African trek.

Carlos Sainz began his title defense in style, mastering the icy roads and tire gambles of Monte Carlo to take a confident victory in the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165.

Kenneth Eriksson delivered a spectacular home win on Sweden’s frozen roads, guiding the Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 to its first WRC victory on snow and ice.

Miki Biasion returned to form with a commanding win in Portugal, expertly handling both gravel and tarmac in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V to remind the field of his title-winning pedigree.

Kenjiro Shinozuka made history in Kenya by becoming the first Japanese driver to win a WRC event, taming Africa’s harshest rally in Mitsubishi’s rugged Galant VR-4.

Didier Auriol delivered a flawless tarmac masterclass on home soil, storming to victory through Corsica’s relentless corners in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V.

Juha Kankkunen powered through Greece’s searing heat and brutal gravel roads to win the Acropolis Rally in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V, adding another chapter to his reputation as a master of endurance rallies.

Armin Schwarz claimed his first WRC victory on New Zealand’s flowing gravel stages, guiding the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165 to a composed and confident win alongside veteran co-driver Arne Hertz.

Jorge Recalde made history once again by winning his home rally for the second time, mastering the rugged terrain of Córdoba in his Lancia Delta Integrale 16V.

Juha Kankkunen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant win in Finland, flying through the forest stages with perfect rhythm and control in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V.

Juha Kankkunen continued his late-season surge with a calculated win in Australia, navigating the technical gravel roads of Western Australia in the Lancia Delta Integrale 16V.

Didier Auriol delivered another sublime performance on Italy’s mixed-surface classic, expertly navigating the asphalt and gravel transitions to claim victory for Lancia on home soil.

Kenjiro Shinozuka conquered the heat, dust, and vast distances of the Ivorian landscape to win the grueling open-road endurance rally in his Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 for the second time.

Armin Schwarz stormed to victory in the forests of Britain, overcoming mud, fog, and fierce competition to give Toyota a second win of the season in the Celica GT-Four ST165.

Hubert Auriol led Citroën to a historic trans-African victory, conquering a near 13,000 km odyssey through deserts, jungles, and savannah from Paris to the southern tip of the continent.

Didier Auriol opened the 1992 season with a calculated win in the Alps, using sharp tire strategy and experience to outpace rivals in mixed asphalt and snow conditions.

Local hero Mats Jonsson stunned the WRC field with a flawless drive through the snowy forests of Sweden, claiming a popular victory in his Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165.

François Delecour charged to his first WRC victory in Portugal, taming the foggy gravel and tarmac roads in his Ford Sierra RS Cosworth with a display of raw speed and growing maturity.

Kenjiro Shinozuka mastered Africa’s ultimate endurance rally for a second time, guiding his Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 through the heat, dust, and chaos of Kenya’s unforgiving terrain.

Didier Auriol claimed his fourth consecutive Corsican victory, flawlessly threading his Lancia Delta HF Integrale through the endless corners of the island’s brutal asphalt rally.

Carlos Sainz tamed the brutal Greek gravel stages in a calculated drive that rewarded resilience and discipline, earning his first win of the 1992 season with the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185.

Carlos Sainz carved through New Zealand’s flowing gravel roads with precision and pace, securing a commanding win in the Celica GT-Four ST185 and strengthening his championship push.

Gustavo Trelles delivered a career-defining performance on the punishing gravel roads of Argentina, guiding his Lancia Delta HF Integrale to a historic home-continent victory.

Markku Alén thrilled the home crowd with a legendary drive through Finland’s fast gravel stages, earning Subaru its first-ever WRC victory behind the wheel of the Legacy RS.

Carlos Sainz mastered the Western Australian forests with a clean and commanding performance, extending his championship momentum in the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185.

Pierre Lartigue and Michel Périn conquered one of rallying’s longest-ever events, guiding their Citroën ZX Rallye Raid across 16,000 km of Eurasian terrain from the heart of Europe to the edge of the Pacific.

Andrea Aghini claimed an emotional first WRC win for Lancia on home soil in a Sanremo rally shortened by political tension and team withdrawals.

Kenjiro Shinozuka delivered another masterful performance on African soil, conquering the brutal endurance challenge of Côte d’Ivoire in the Mitsubishi Galant VR-4.

Didier Auriol delivered a dominant performance on the winding tarmac of Catalunya, securing another asphalt victory for Lancia in the twilight of the Delta HF Integrale’s WRC dominance.

Colin McRae etched his name into rallying history with a fearless performance through the British forests, securing his first WRC win and Subaru’s rise to prominence.

Bruno Saby and Dominique Serieys navigated the shifting sands of North and West Africa with grit and precision, piloting their Mitsubishi Pajero to a landmark victory in the legendary desert marathon.

François Delecour claimed a breakthrough win in Monte Carlo, taming the treacherous mix of snow and asphalt in his Ford Escort RS Cosworth with a calculated and confident drive.

Mats Jonsson dominated the icy forests of Sweden once again, using his local knowledge and precise car control to claim back-to-back wins in the Ford Escort RS Cosworth.

François Delecour followed up his Monte Carlo success with a commanding victory in Portugal, proving the Ford Escort RS Cosworth’s pace across both gravel and tarmac.

Ian Duncan made history by becoming the first Kenyan to win a WRC round outright, conquering the grueling Safari Rally in a faultless drive across the punishing terrain of East Africa.

Francis Tuthill and Anthony Showell triumphed in the epic 1993 London–Sydney Marathon, completing an incredible 16,000 km journey across continents in a vintage Porsche 911.

Didier Auriol reaffirmed his asphalt dominance with a masterful win in Corsica, guiding the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD through relentless corners and technical tarmac with unshakable precision.

Juha Kankkunen and Nicky Grist delivered a commanding win through the brutal Greek terrain, proving both their endurance and the rugged power of the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Uruguayan driver Gustavo Trelles claimed a landmark WRC win in the punishing gravel stages of Argentina, mastering the terrain in his dependable Lancia Delta HF Integrale.

Colin McRae earned his second WRC victory in New Zealand with a fearless drive through the smooth, fast gravel stages, showcasing both his raw speed and Subaru’s rising form.

Juha Kankkunen thrilled his home crowd with a high-speed masterclass through the iconic Finnish forests, claiming a dominant win in the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Juha Kankkunen continued his dominant form in 1993 by conquering the smooth, technical gravel roads of Western Australia with a calm and calculated victory in his Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Paolo Andreucci stunned the field on the smooth tarmac roads of Sanremo, capturing a career-defining win in the Ford Escort RS Cosworth amid a reshuffled WRC entry list.

Ari Vatanen led Subaru to a landmark international victory in China, mastering the mixed terrain from Hong Kong to Beijing in the rugged and capable Subaru Legacy RS.

François Delecour returned to the top with a commanding performance on the smooth Spanish tarmac, expertly guiding his Ford Escort RS Cosworth to victory over the flowing asphalt roads of Catalunya.

Juha Kankkunen sealed his fourth world title with a flawless drive through the foggy and slippery forests of Britain, mastering the RAC Rally’s legendary unpredictability in his Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Pierre Lartigue and Michel Périn dominated the grueling Paris–Dakar–Paris Rally, piloting their Citroën ZX Rallye Raid across deserts, dunes, and back again in a 13,000+ km marathon of endurance and precision.

François Delecour showcased ice-cold precision and tarmac mastery to win the treacherous 1994 Monte Carlo Rally in his Ford Escort RS Cosworth, handling the unpredictable alpine mix of snow and asphalt with poise.

Tommi Mäkinen claimed his first WRC victory on the snow-laced forests of Sweden, steering the Ford Escort RS Cosworth to a flawless win in one of the fastest and slipperiest rallies of the year.

François Delecour powered through the changing surfaces of Portugal’s iconic rally to score a dominant win, expertly balancing aggression and tire strategy in the Ford Escort RS Cosworth.

Local hero Ian Duncan made history on home soil, winning the grueling 1994 Safari Rally in his Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD—becoming the first Kenyan driver to win a WRC event since the 1970s.

Didier Auriol mastered the endless asphalt corners of Corsica to secure a commanding victory in the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD, reaffirming his reputation as the tarmac king of the WRC.

Carlos Sainz brought Subaru its first gravel win with a masterful performance across the punishing roads of Greece, guiding the Impreza 555 to a landmark victory that solidified the car's championship potential.

Didier Auriol triumphed in the scenic and challenging gravel roads of New Zealand, fending off strong competition to secure a decisive win in the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Didier Auriol triumphed in Argentina’s brutal gravel stages, securing his third win of the 1994 season and further cementing his title chase with a flawless drive in the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD.

Didier Auriol conquered the technical Finnish gravel stages, securing another dominant win in his Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD and further cementing his position as a key contender for the 1994 WRC title.

Didier Auriol dominated the challenging Australian gravel stages, taking his Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD to a well-earned victory, further cementing his position as one of the season's top contenders.

Possum Bourne clinched victory in the 1994 555 Hong Kong–Beijing Rally, navigating the long and grueling stages with precision in his Subaru Impreza 555, outpacing the competition across varied and challenging terrain.

Massimo Biasion clinched victory in the iconic Rallye Sanremo with a composed performance, mastering the mixed asphalt and gravel roads in the Ford Escort RS Cosworth, delivering a critical win in his bid for the 1994 WRC title.

Carlos Sainz drove the Subaru Impreza 555 to victory in the 1994 Rallye de España, taking on Catalunya's winding asphalt roads with unrelenting pace and strategy, clinching a well-deserved win.

Colin McRae made history in the 1994 Network Q RAC Rally by securing his first-ever WRC victory, outpacing the competition in his Subaru Impreza 555 across the wet and slippery gravel stages of Great Britain.

Pierre Lartigue clinched his first victory in the 1995 Granada–Dakar Rally, expertly navigating the brutal desert stages in his Citroën ZX Rallye Raid, and becoming the first Frenchman to win the iconic race in a Citroën.

Carlos Sainz delivered an exceptional performance in the 1995 Rallye Monte-Carlo, mastering the tricky snow-covered asphalt stages in his Subaru Impreza 555 to claim a well-earned victory.

Kenneth Eriksson triumphed in the 1995 International Swedish Rally, showing superior control over the snow and ice in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo II to secure a hard-fought victory in the season's second event.

Juha Kankkunen took a dominant victory in the 1995 Rallye de Portugal, mastering the mix of gravel and tarmac roads in his Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 to secure a well-deserved win in the second round of the season.

Yoshio Fujimoto clinched a dramatic win in the 1995 Safari Rally, expertly navigating the treacherous Kenyan gravel stages with co-driver Arne Hertz in their Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205, overcoming fierce competition and brutal conditions.

Hannu Mikkola and Gunnar Palm took the 1995 London–Mexico Rally win, conquering a grueling 16,000 km route across diverse and harsh terrains, in their iconic Ford Escort RS1600 MkI.

Bernardini and Occelli claimed a stunning victory in the 1995 Tour de Corse, expertly navigating the winding asphalt roads of Corsica in their Ford Escort RS Cosworth, and proving their dominance in the iconic rally.

Colin McRae took a commanding win in the 1995 Acropolis Rally, handling the challenging gravel roads of Greece in his Subaru Impreza 555 and dominating the competition with exceptional speed and control.

Possum Bourne claimed a stunning victory in the 1995 Rally New Zealand, navigating the fast gravel roads of New Zealand in his Subaru Impreza 555, ahead of strong competition and unpredictable conditions.

Didier Auriol and Bernard Occelli dominated the 1995 Rally Argentina, powering their Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 to victory across the challenging gravel stages of Argentina's mountainous terrain.

Tommi Mäkinen delivered a superb performance in the 1995 1000 Lakes Rally, steering his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo III to victory across Finland's iconic gravel roads, and claiming a well-deserved win in front of home fans.

Kenneth Eriksson claimed victory in the 1995 Rally Australia, dominating the gravel stages in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo III and overcoming tough competition to secure a well-deserved win.

Kenneth Eriksson and Staffan Parmander claimed victory in the 1995 Hong Kong–Beijing Rally, navigating the demanding gravel roads of China in their Mitsubishi Lancer Evo III to win the multi-stage endurance event.

Piero Liatti and co-driver Fabrizia Pons clinched victory in the 1995 Rallye Sanremo, outpacing the competition in their Subaru Impreza 555 across the challenging asphalt roads of Italy's iconic rally.

Jesús Puras and Antonio Boto delivered a masterclass performance to win the 1995 Rallye de España in their Ford Escort RS Cosworth, dominating the asphalt stages in the scenic but challenging Catalunya region.

Colin McRae and Derek Ringer triumphed in the 1995 Network Q RAC Rally, securing a dominant victory on the gravel stages of Great Britain in their Subaru Impreza 555, despite challenging conditions and fierce competition.

Pierre Lartigue and Michel Périn triumphed in the 1995 Granada–Dakar Rally, guiding their Citroën ZX Rallye Raid across the grueling 7,579 km route to claim victory in one of the most demanding rally events in history.

Patrick Bernardini and Bernard Occelli took the 1996 Rallye Monte-Carlo win in their Ford Escort RS Cosworth, mastering the mix of snow-covered and dry asphalt roads, outpacing the competition through perfect tire management and strategic driving.

Kenneth Eriksson and Staffan Parmander triumphed in the 1996 International Swedish Rally, expertly navigating the snow and ice-covered stages in their Subaru Impreza 555 to secure victory in one of the toughest rallies of the season.

Tommi Mäkinen and Seppo Harjanne secured victory in the 1996 Rallye de Portugal, mastering the mixed gravel and tarmac stages in their Mitsubishi Lancer Evo III, showcasing both speed and precision across the demanding Portuguese rally roads.

Yoshio Fujimoto and Arne Hertz conquered the 1996 Safari Rally in their Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205, triumphing over the grueling African terrain with a steady pace and impeccable navigation throughout the event’s challenging stages.

Philippe Bugalski and Laurent Viala clinched victory in the 1996 Tour de Corse in their Renault Maxi Mégane, dominating the iconic asphalt roads of Corsica with skill and precision to win one of the most challenging rallies of the season.

Colin McRae and Derek Ringer triumphed in the 1996 Acropolis Rally, showcasing exceptional car control and consistency in their Subaru Impreza 555 to win one of the most demanding rallies of the season.

Colin McRae and Derek Ringer clinched victory in the 1996 Rally New Zealand, dominating the gravel stages with their Subaru Impreza 555 and extending their lead in the World Rally Championship.

Kenneth Eriksson and Staffan Parmander claimed victory in the 1996 Rally Australia in their Subaru Impreza 555, mastering the tough Australian gravel stages to secure the win in a highly competitive field.

Pierro Liatti delivered an exceptional tarmac performance in his Subaru Impreza 555, securing a home victory alongside Fabrizia Pons.

Jesús Puras and co-driver Marc Martí showcased brilliant tarmac speed to claim a home win in the Ford Escort RS Cosworth.

Colin McRae thrilled home fans with a dominant performance across the gravel forests of Wales and northern England, securing victory in his Subaru Impreza 555.

Kenjiro Shinozuka became the first Japanese driver to win the Dakar Rally, conquering the vast and unforgiving African terrain in a Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution.

Piero Liatti delivered a controlled and masterful drive on the treacherous alpine roads, claiming victory for Subaru in the debut of their new Impreza WRC97.

Kenneth Eriksson showcased his snow-driving expertise to take a commanding victory in the Subaru Impreza WRC97 across the frozen stages of Sweden.

Tommi Mäkinen bounced back with a strong win in Portugal, piloting the new Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IV to victory across the event’s mix of gravel and tarmac stages.

Colin McRae triumphed over brutal African terrain to take his first Safari Rally victory in the Subaru Impreza WRC97, showcasing endurance and toughness.

Colin McRae delivered one of his most refined tarmac performances, claiming victory on the twisty Corsican mountain roads in his Subaru Impreza WRC97.

Colin McRae secured a commanding win on the punishing gravel stages of Greece, proving the durability of the Subaru Impreza WRC97 in one of the toughest events on the WRC calendar.

Carlos Sainz delivered a masterclass in smooth gravel driving across New Zealand’s flowing countryside, claiming a well-earned victory in the Ford Escort WRC.

Tommi Mäkinen flew to victory over the high-speed gravel jumps of Finland, mastering the fastest rally of the season in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IV.

Carlos Sainz mastered the humid, unpredictable jungle stages of Indonesia to secure a vital win for Ford in the tightly contested 1997 WRC season.

Didier Auriol returned to winning form on the twisting tarmac roads of Italy, guiding the Toyota Celica WRC to a decisive victory on the smooth asphalt stages of Sanremo.

Philippe Bugalski stunned the WRC field by taking overall victory in a front-wheel-drive Citroën Xsara Kit Car, dominating the smooth tarmac stages of Catalunya with unmatched pace.

The Malaysian round of the Asia-Pacific Rally Championship saw the local Proton PERT team take a popular victory on home soil in the heat and humidity of Southeast Asia.

Colin McRae thrilled home crowds with a hard-fought win in the British forests, sealing his final victory with the Subaru Impreza WRC97 in one of the WRC’s most iconic events.

The 1998 Dakar Rally spanned over 10,000 kilometers across Europe and Africa, testing endurance, resilience, and navigation in one of the most punishing rally raids in history.

Carlos Sainz conquered the mixed asphalt and snow conditions of the Monte Carlo stages in the debuting Toyota Corolla WRC, securing a landmark win to open the 1998 season.

Tommi Mäkinen dominated the icy forests of Värmland in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IV, taking a textbook victory in the WRC’s only true snow rally.

Richard Burns claimed his first WRC victory in dominant fashion across the brutal African terrain of the 1998 Safari Rally, proving both his endurance and pace in one of the world’s toughest motorsport events.

Colin McRae mastered Portugal’s tricky blend of gravel and tarmac stages, taking a dominant victory in the new Subaru Impreza WRC98 after a series of high-risk, high-reward performances.

Colin McRae delivered one of the most complete asphalt performances of his career, guiding the Subaru Impreza WRC98 to victory on Corsica’s endlessly twisting roads.

Didier Auriol delivered a flawless performance on Catalunya’s polished tarmac roads, using his asphalt prowess to bring Toyota their first win of the 1998 season.

Tommi Mäkinen demonstrated masterful control over Argentina’s rugged terrain, steering the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo V to victory in a rally marked by river crossings, rocky tracks, and unpredictable weather.

Carlos Sainz demonstrated exceptional skill on New Zealand’s flowing gravel roads, steering the Toyota Corolla WRC to a precise and steady victory amid variable weather and challenging terrain.

Tommi Mäkinen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant victory at Rally Finland, mastering the high-speed gravel jumps and sweeping forest roads in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo V.

Didier Auriol delivered a flawless drive on Sanremo’s fast and technical tarmac roads, taking a commanding win for Toyota and showcasing the Corolla WRC’s precision on asphalt.

Colin McRae powered through treacherous gravel and heavy fog to win the 1998 China Rally, marking a triumphant return to the Asia-Pacific landscape for the Subaru team.

Richard Burns delivered a calculated and dominant drive through the fast forests of Western Australia, capturing victory for Mitsubishi in one of the season’s most demanding gravel rallies.

Richard Burns sealed a triumphant home victory in the treacherous Welsh forests, showcasing his mastery of mud, fog, and gravel in the final round of the 1998 WRC season.

Jean-Louis Schlesser took a commanding win in the 1999 Granada–Dakar Rally, navigating extreme Saharan terrain and thousands of kilometers of punishing competition in his rear-wheel-drive Schlesser Buggy.

Didier Auriol opened the 1999 WRC season with a masterful performance in Monte Carlo, conquering ever-changing asphalt and snow conditions in the Toyota Corolla WRC.

Tommi Mäkinen claimed victory in the snow-covered forests of Sweden, mastering the icy roads with his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI and extending his winter rally dominance.

Colin McRae gave the brand-new Ford Focus WRC a dramatic maiden victory in Africa’s toughest rally, overcoming brutal terrain, wildlife hazards, and mechanical attrition.

Didier Auriol mastered the slippery gravel roads of Portugal to deliver a well-executed win in the Toyota Corolla WRC, navigating shifting surfaces and tough competition with trademark consistency.

Philippe Bugalski stunned the WRC field by winning the 1999 Tour de Corse in a front-wheel-drive Citroën Xsara Kit Car, using precision and confidence on tarmac to outpace the top 4WD factory entries.

Philippe Bugalski stunned the WRC field again with a second consecutive win in the front-wheel-drive Citroën Xsara Kit Car, dominating the smooth tarmac stages of Catalunya with clinical precision.

Didier Auriol powered to victory through the rough, high-altitude stages of Rally Argentina, securing a vital gravel win for Toyota and proving his versatility beyond asphalt.

Tommi Mäkinen claimed a textbook win on New Zealand’s smooth and flowing gravel roads, using his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI’s balance and speed to dominate one of the WRC’s most technical events.

Tommi Mäkinen thrilled his home crowd with another dominant performance through the high-speed jumps and crests of Finland, securing a critical victory in his push for a fourth WRC title.

Didier Auriol conquered treacherous conditions and heavy fog to win the 1999 Rally China, guiding his Toyota Corolla WRC to a measured and dominant victory in one of the most demanding gravel rallies of the season.

Gilles Panizzi claimed his first WRC victory in commanding style at the 1999 Rallye Sanremo, mastering the tight Italian asphalt in the agile Peugeot 206 WRC and announcing himself as a future tarmac specialist.

Richard Burns delivered a flawless performance in the forests around Perth to win the 1999 Rally Australia, showcasing the Subaru Impreza WRC99’s precision and grip on the region’s slippery gravel roads.

Juha Kankkunen rolled back the years with a sensational victory at the 1999 Rally GB, mastering the muddy Welsh stages in his Subaru Impreza WRC99 and reminding the world why he was a four-time world champion.