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Adrien Fourmaux feels “more ready” than last year for his Rally1 debut
Adrien Fourmaux would not be against a return to the premier category. © Damien Saulnier / DPPI
Supposed to mark the start of a very good career in Rally1, the 2022 season was difficult for Adrien fourmaux. Perhaps feeling under pressure, having been propelled to the forefront after a first good appearance in Croatia two years ago, the Northerner made mistakes which cost him dearly.
In front of this situation, M-Sport a préféré lui mettre en place un programme en WRC2 cette année tout en envisageant un retour en catégorie reine à court terme. Une décision qui semble avoir été la bonne puisqu’Adrien Fourmaux a retrouvé des couleurs. S’il a laissé filer une victoire lors de la Power Stage en Sardaigne, le Tricolore est monté sur le podium en Finlande et a réussi à s’imposer lors de différents nationaux, notamment en Angleterre like last weekend during Yorkshire where he won the title of British champion.
The call of the foot of Adrien Fourmaux
Au sein de la direction de M-Sport, les prestations du Français ne passent pas inaperçues d’autant plus que l’écurie anglaise aimerait bien retrouver une certaine stabilité. Avec deux pilotes seulement et une Ford Puma qui craque souvent, la formation britannique peine à tenir tête à Toyota et Hyundai.
The return of Adrien Fourmaux to the contingent could then be of great use. But is the Northerner ready to get back into Rally1? “ I think I can be satisfied with what I did in Greece, was moving forward-he after the Acropolis. Of course, it was difficult with the tires, but sometimes it's a bit of a lottery with the stones on such rallies.
I've competed in a lot of events this year, we've won five rallies and we've really learned a lot and gained a lot of positive experiences. The confidence is there on my side and I am happy that we were able to fight and show our speed on all surfaces in WRC2. Honestly, I feel more ready [to compete in the premier category] than last year for my debut in Rally1. I'm more ready than ever. » The message got through. It remains to be seen whether the English board will be able to give him another chance.
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Gonzalo Forbes
In charge of promotion formulas (F2, F3, FRECA, F4...). Carried by the grace of Franco Colapinto.
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