WTCC – Pechito, the hero of an entire nation

During the presentation of the season and the Citroën armada, the trio Muller-Loeb-López already made a strong impression. The domination of the C-Elysées was not long in coming, but the Argentinian's constant performances were surprising. So much so that before the last quarter of the 2014 championship season, it is the native of Rio Tercero who is in the lead with 39 points ahead of outgoing Champion Yvan Muller. A lead that Pechito will want to consolidate at home on August 2 and 3 on a route of which he knows every part. " I appreciate it very much. Not only because I won in the WTCC on my debut last year, but also because I keep the memory of my past successes in the national championship. I am looking forward to this race with great enthusiasm. I can already imagine the crowded stands for this glorious weekend during which the Argentinians will demonstrate their love for motorsport. »

López knows the importance that the Termas de Rio Hondo event will have, especially given the calendar at the end of the season. “The Asian events could be more difficult for me because I have not driven on any of these circuits, whether in China, Japan or Macau. Among my rivals and my teammates, there are some who have a lot of experience on these tracks. It will therefore be important to try to widen the gap further to be in an even more comfortable position afterwards. » admits the Citroën driver.

After Argentina, the WTCC will head east with the final rounds held in Asia.