Reactions from world champions Sébastien Ogier and Vincent Landais

Sébastien Ogier at the microphone of WRC : « What a season, what a battle with Elfyn and Scott! You can only be a great champion with great rivals, and they were truly excellent, pushing us to the limit right up to the last stage of the season. Well done guys, well done to the whole team too, this season has truly been a success, I'm very proud to be part of this family. »

Vincent Landais speaking to Canal+: « It takes a little time for the emotion to subside and for it to sink in. I've worked for this my whole life. I never thought it would happen one day. Of course, when I moved in next to Seb (Ogier), it was a stroke of luck for me. I think about all the difficult times. It just goes to show that in life, you should never give up and always keep working hard. There's no secret to it. You also need a bit of luck, good timing, and you'll be rewarded sooner or later. It was a crazy gamble for those listening to me, but for me, getting there was the ultimate goal. I was aiming for something so improbable that it motivated me. Now that it's happened, what's next? Probably a second (title). (Laughs) In the Power Stage, I was watching the tire pressure sensors to make sure we didn't get a puncture. The emotional peak hasn't arrived yet, but it won't be long! »

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