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Thierry Neuville, the journey of a fighter

Everyone who knows Thierry Neuville is unanimous. His willpower is one of his main characteristics. Having made a quick and very successful start, it then took him several years to achieve his goals and win the crown he deserved.

Published on 24/11/2024 à 07:15

Loïc ROCCI

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Thierry Neuville, the journey of a fighter

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Initially, nothing predestined the native of Hünningen to live the career that was his up until this title of world champion. Born on June 16 in Saint-Vith, 170 km south-east of Brussels, in a modest family, Thierry Neuville regularly went to rallies with his father…and he loved it. Although he didn’t imagine making a career out of it at the time, he was keen to try his hand at the sport.

Meteoric rise

He finally took the plunge in 2007, at the age of 19, after experimenting with football and motocross. His debut was at Rally from Luxembourg with an Opel Corsa, sharing the cockpit with his friend Achim Maraite. At that time, Thierry was working in Luxembourg and even if he didn't know it yet, this first race was going to change everything. This test went well (2nd s

Loïc ROCCI

Journalist specializing in rallying past, present and future... and with a southern accent

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Beck

24/11/2024 at 08:12 a.m.

What had not yet happened due to an incredible lack of luck, has become a reality with a world champion title. It is absolutely deserved! His virtuosity, his composure, and his exceptional courage are finally rewarded with this title.

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Chomilier

24/11/2024 at 04:09 a.m.

Well done Thierry for becoming the 2024 WRC world champion, which has been well deserved for years.

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Vincent Leriche

24/11/2024 at 09:22 a.m.

Congratulations to Thierry who had the best season by often sweeping the road. His car was not the best and neither was the reliability. He deserves this title. Congratulations!

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