Loeb: “A beautiful finale”

Sébastien Loeb, sixth this Thursday morning of the shakedown of Rally of Great Britain, is ready to take on the pressure that weighs on his shoulders. With one point behind Mikko Hirvonen, the Citroën driver knows he will have a lot to do and see the situation as perfect for rally lovers. “ It’s a great finale for the championship », Comments the five-time world champion.

Before three days of intense competition, the Frenchman feels ready to attack the Welsh roads. “ We prepared well for the test, as well as we could. We did some good reconnaissance, some good tests. We don't have any big developments but I am quite confident in our potential to be able to do so. »

Despite his usual confidence, Sébastien Loeb recognizes that nothing will be easy in Great Britain, where rain is expected to rage for a good part of the weekend. “ There are three days of racing to do, 350 km, attacking on tricky roads like here, it?s not easy. »

Although he is focused on his objective - to finish ahead of Mikko Hirvonen on the Welsh roads - the Alsatian recognizes the sporting interest of the event. “ It's good for the sport because we find ourselves almost tied at the start of the last race. May the best win ! » The drivers will set off on Friday for a first day full of six special stages and 130,30 km on the program.