Ralye Vosges – Giordano settles in

At the head of Rally Vosges-Grand Est after the first two special stages of the day, Quentin Giordano (Polo GTI R5-Sarrazin Motorsport), current leader of the French Championship, took advantage of the last loop of this first stage to confirm the number he wears on the doors of his VW.

The only driver to “seem” to be keeping pace with the member of Stéphane Sarrazin's team, Yoann Bonato (C3 Rally2-CHL Sport Auto) finished this. first day less than 6 seconds behind the leader.

Quentin Giordano keeps the rhythm © DPPI

Third in the provisional classification, William Wagner (Polo GTI R5-Sarrazin Motorsport) confirmed his confidence at the wheel of a car acclaimed by many drivers.

Time to attack

Plagued by “feeling” problems with the i20 N Rally2, Nicolas Ciamin made a mistake from the first special. The young hopeful from the Korean brand must now make up for lost time to catch up with the rally leaders.

Determined to forget the disappointment of his retirement in Antibes, Hugo Margaillan (C3 Rally2-CHL Sport Auto) entered the Top 5 ahead of Quentin Gilbert (C3 Rally2-CHL Sport Auto).

Adrien fourmaux (Fiesta Rally2-Sarrazin Motorsport) and his team were unable to resolve the problems with the Ford encountered by the French hope, in search of confidence on the asphalt.

Eighth in the scratch classification, a place that does not suit him, Cédric Robert (A110 Rally-Team Bonneton HDG) was content with leadership in two-wheel drive.

The only branded Cup present at Gérardmer this weekend, the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup saw Léo Rossel (208 Rally4-Rossel Compétition) finish the first day in the lead ahead of Térence Callea (208 Rally4-Sarrazin Motorsport)

On the promotional side…

While Quentin Giordano dominates the “Premium” classification, Thomas Capelli (208 R2) is 4,2 seconds ahead of the “Sub” of Jean-Nicolas Hot, the stage local, in the “Amateur” classification.

In the Lucie Vauthier Trophy, Sarah Rumeau (Corsa Rally4-Cilti Sport) confirmed her domination among the female race.

After this short first day, the competitors will take advantage of the Super Special held in the Mauselaine car park (non-classification), to let loose and have fun before tackling a long second stage notably marked by three passages in the formidable judge of peace: Corcieux.

Ranking of the 1st stage