All have stood on the top step of the podium in the opening four rounds and with double points up for grabs at the mixed surface Rally RACC Catalunya – Costa Daurada (22 – 25 October), there is everything still to play for. Mathematically, seven drivers can still win, but in reality the destiny of the crown comes down to a shootout between Marius Aasen (above), Max Vatanen, Tom Cave and Ghislain de Mevius. All are driving 1.0-litre turbocharged Ford Fiesta R2 cars. Points will be awarded after Friday’s predominantly gravel leg, with a second set on offer at the finish. The fastest driver on each of the 23 speed tests earns a point, meaning a maximum of 73 are available. Aasen, who...
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