Better for Neuville, Tänak frustrated in Sweden

Le statu quo a prévu chez Hyundai Motorsport lors de la deuxième étape du Rally of Sweden 2020. Ott Tänak et Martin Järveoja n’ont pas réussi à inquiéter les leaders Elfyn Evans et Scott Martin (Toyota) while Thierry Neuville and Nicolas Gilsoul remain sixth in the ranking despite a scratch time.

“In terms of performance, I am rather satisfied, explained the outgoing vice-world champion. We tried to do the best we could with what we had and optimize our situation. 

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At the same time, we had to be intelligent and avoid driving mistakes. So far so good but it's also disappointing and frustrating not to be in the position we wanted.

It's a very short rally (9 specials in all, with the cancellation of one of the two Sunday ES. Editor’s note), it is therefore difficult to make up for lost time by driving alone. We will try to keep the pace in the Power Stage and see what we can bag for the championship. »

Credited with zero points in the Drivers' standings, Ott Tänak is in a position to open his score with the units in second place. A rank that hardly satisfies him. “ I can't say we're really happy, but we've made steady progress and gained valuable experience in the Hyundai.

We still lack a little feeling and confidence but that is due to my lack of riding, continues the wearer of No. 1. We take things one at a time. We're almost on pace, but it's not great to see the gap (with Evans. Editor’s note). The speed is there for the next few rounds, we just have to work. »