The format will remain identical, with all drivers at the wheel of DS 3 R3-MAXs and the winner earning a six-rally WRC 2 programme in 2017. The championship has provided a WRC foothold for several drivers who have gone on to reach the top level. Previous winners include Sébastien Loeb, Dani Sordo, Sébastien Ogier, Martin Prokop, Elfyn Evans and 2014 champion Stéphane Lefebvre. “The purpose of this formula is to support and encourage the emergence of new talents,” said Citroën Racing customer manager Marek Nawarecki. “We take great care to ensure that there are a variety of surfaces when drawing up the calendar. “These demanding rallies give the most talented drivers the chance...
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