Sébastien Ogier has closed the gap to just three points behind Elfyn Evans at #RallyJapan, after clinching his sixth win of the FIA World Rally Championship season.

It all comes down to the final round in Saudi Arabia (26–29 November)

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Epic Recap of Rally Japan 2025!

What a season finale the WRC is delivering! The FORUM8 Rally Japan 2025 was a battle of precision, slippery asphalt, and drama that redefined the fight for the world title.

Master of the Asphalt: Sébastien Ogier
French star Sébastien Ogier (Toyota Gazoo Racing) took a spectacular victory after a high-pressure weekend. Despite the rain and treacherous conditions on the narrow roads of Aichi and Gifu, Ogier demonstrated his mastery in handling the pressure.

Toyota Battle: Ogier vs. Evans
The fight for the lead was an internal Toyota duel that remained close until the end:
Sébastien Ogier and his co-driver Vincent Landais defended a slim advantage throughout the weekend.

Their teammate, Elfyn Evans, winner of the previous two editions, pushed hard and managed to cut the gap to just 2.0 seconds on Saturday, but had to settle for second place.

Drama and Key Points
Title Fight: Ogier's victory keeps the fight for the WRC Drivers' World Championship alive and a three-way battle, which will be decided at the final event of the season: the Rally Saudi Arabia.

Katsuta's Crash: Local hero Takamoto Katsuta (Toyota) had a brilliant start fighting for the podium, but a crash on Saturday, which resulted in damage to his hydraulic system and more than four minutes of penalty time, ended his dream of winning on home soil .

The Podium: Adrien Fourmaux (Hyundai) finished in third place, demonstrating good pace on the challenging Japanese tarmac.

Highlights in WRC2 and WRC3
WRC2: Alejandro Cachón secured an impressive victory, his first win in the category.

WRC3: Matteo Fontana was crowned WRC3 season champion after his solid performance in Japan.
In summary: The Rally Japan was a test of nerves of steel, where precision was key. The championship battle is heating up!
#RallyJapan #WRC #Ogier #ToyotaGazooRacing #WRC2025 #Rallye
#MotorSport #FinalDeTemporada#SaudiArabiaRally

OTT TÄNAK IS LEAVING HYUND AND WRC !!!
End of career for the Estonian driver.

Hyundai Motorsport to wish a fond farewell to Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja at the end of the 2025 FIA WRC season

Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team’s Ott Tänak has announced his retirement from full-time rallying at the end of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) season
The Estonian’s departure comes as he decides to step away from the sport for personal reasons, with Rally Saudi Arabia marking the conclusion of two successful eras with the team
Tänak and Järveoja have taken eight victories for Hyundai Motorsport, the most recent at the 2025 edition of Acropolis Rally.

Aichi, Japan

November 9, 2025 – As Ott Tänak today announces he will step down from full-time rallying at the end of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) season, Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team celebrates a successful partnership that has delivered one manufacturers’ title in 2020, eight victories, and 28 podiums.

The Estonian, alongside co-driver and fellow countryman Martin Järveoja, first joined Hyundai Motorsport at the start of 2020, with the partnership initially spanning three successful seasons. His first win came at his home event – Rally Estonia – where he and Järveoja led a 1-2 victory for the team. The next win was at the iconic Arctic Rally Finland in 2021, where he secured silverware on the winter snow.

Tänak departed Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team at the end of 2022 before returning for the 2024 season. Wins in Rally Italia Sardegna and Central European Rally contributed to his third-place finish in the championship.

While 2025 has been a challenging year for the Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team, as it has struggled to extract consistent performance from the Hyundai i20 N Rally1, Tänak still found success on the stages at several rounds of the 2025 WRC season, claiming six podiums and one victory (Acropolis Rally) to date.

Tänak’s participation in the WRC has never gone under the radar, with Estonian flags proudly displayed at many rounds of the championship. His popularity reflects his determination, competitiveness and skill, cementing him as one of the sport’s most revered characters.

His decision to step back comes as he chooses to dedicate more of his time to his family, business and life beyond rallying. The team thanks him for his inspirational moments and dedication to his craft. Despite the highs and lows that the WRC may produce, he has always remained committed to being one of the best.

Hyundai Motorsport will announce its full 2026 WRC line-up in due course.

Saudi Arabia Unveils World's First "Sky Stadium" for 2034 World Cup Glory

In a groundbreaking leap for global sports, Saudi Arabia has announced plans for the NEOM Stadium, the world's inaugural "sky stadium," suspended an astonishing 350 meters (1,150 feet) above the desert floor within the futuristic NEOM city of The Line.

The eco-revolutionary venue will boast 46,000 seats, powered entirely by renewable energy, and is set to debut around 2032. It will electrify the 2034 FIFA World Cup by hosting matches all the way to the quarterfinals, offering fans an unparalleled aerial view of the action.

Construction begins soon, positioning Saudi Arabia as the vanguard of sustainable mega-events.