Julien Ingrassia: "Every time I talk about this fabulous career, all these emotions come flooding back."

The most decorated French co-driver of all time invited us aboard his legendary rally car in his adopted homeland. During this drive, he recounted his long adventure alongside Sébastien Ogier, from his beginnings in regional rallies to his 8th world title in 2021, along the way, working with numerous manufacturers.

Published 18/01/2026 à 20:00

Pierre Barre

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Julien Ingrassia: "Every time I talk about this fabulous career, all these emotions come flooding back."

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Hello Julien! You're taking us for a ride in a lovely car today with this Subaru Impreza, in the charming resort of Les Rousses (Jura)...

It's certainly not a monster, but I can easily picture myself behind the wheel of it in a few years, in a "grandpa with his grandkids in the back" version! I never thought I'd own one someday, but when I used to see them on the road, I'd think: "Oh yeah, he's so lucky." Well, I still tell myself that today, but since I now have one too, it doesn't work anymore!Laughs)

Lucky you! What is your first memory related to cars?

I'm 6 years old, I'm in my parents' car and my mother stops at the pharmacy to get some medicine. I fiddle with the handbrake, the car rolls backward, and lands in the middle of the road.

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