World RX – Solberg wary of Estering's difficulties

Petter Solberg took a big step towards the title by winning his second consecutive victory in Lohéac (Brittany). With a lead of 28 points over Reinis Nitiss with four events remaining in the season, the 2003 world champion of WRC could win a new coronation more than ten years after his first title. “After seeing the thousands of spectators present during the last race at Lohéac, the next round should be a little calmer. I think most races will seem calmer compared to France! »

However, the Norwegian is wary of the Estering circuit which offers quite a few difficulties. One misstep and a good part of his lead could go up in smoke. “While Germany may lack spectators, the circuit offers a great technical challenge. Estering is a difficult route but one that can give great satisfaction when you do well. There are two things to consider here. You have to get out of the first turn because I remember that it's often busy and I don't like accidents, it's something that has remained from rally. The moment when you take the joker turn is also essential, I think it is more important than on other circuits. »

If the former WRC star goes to Estering obviously thinking of continuing his series of successes, the Norwegian must above all concentrate on the Championship where he can begin to manage his lead against the Olsberg MSE and Marklund Motorsport drivers. “My goal is simply to increase my lead. The Citroën DS3 Supercar is performing very well at the moment. We carried out a test session which proved useful for the settings and the suspension. The chassis is good and it is only improving. »