Can Bryan Bouffier return to Zlin?

Bryan Bouffier will need a good result at the Barum Rally Zlin to maintain his chances in the Championship. The Peugeot driver was on course to win the event last year before losing everything at the end.

Published on 26/08/2011 à 14:35

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After being decommissioned from Rally from Ypres, Bryan Bouffier is 22 points behind Juho Hänninen (Skoda) before the start of the Barum Rally Zlin which will take place this evening. The pilot Peugeot will have the opportunity to reduce his delay at the head of the standings by signing a good result on the grounds of Skoda, where many contenders will compete for victory.

Bryan Bouffier is looking forward to competing in Barum Rally Zlin, one of the most demanding events on the IRC calendar. “It’s a huge event, I love its atmosphere, the competition is always very strong and the stages are very varied”, comments the Frenchman. “They can be wide and fast or narrow and bumpy and the challenge is even more difficult when the weather changes. »

The 207 S2000 driver also remembers performing well at the Barum Rally Zlin and hopes to show the same pace for this edition. “I was in the lead last year but the competition was close and the choice of tires played a decisive role”, adds Bryan Bouffier. “I am still very comfortable on this rally. Just like Peugeot, I need to get the best result and I will do everything in my power to achieve it. »