Elfyn Evans leads the WRC standings and prepares for the Safari Rally in Kenya, acknowledging the unpredictable terrain and weather. Despite challenges, he feels confident and aims for his first victory in this event. This year’s rally is notable for the use of new gravel tyres from Hankook, further complicating the competition dynamics.
Elfyn Evans, a driver for Toyota GAZOO Racing, currently leads the standings by 28 points following two successful rounds. However, he acknowledges the unpredictability of the terrain and weather in Africa, which could drastically alter the competition. “The Safari is a unique rally with a special set of conditions to face,” Evans stated. He remarked that even dry conditions can present challenges, and rain can complicate matters significantly.
This year’s Safari Rally introduces another layer of complexity as WRC crews will utilize Hankook’s new tyres on gravel for the first time. “The focus moves to gravel where the learning starts again with another new tyre,” Evans noted, indicating that despite the tyres not being completely representative of Kenyan roads, testing last week provided valuable insight into this year’s vehicle specifications.
Despite the Safari’s challenges, Evans remains optimistic, reflecting on the strong start to his season. “It’s been a good start to the year for us and we can be happy with how well the first two events have gone,” he expressed. With previous podium finishes in 2021 and 2023, he hopes to secure a victory at the Safari Rally, a goal he is determined to achieve. “We want to aim as high as possible and challenge for the win if it’s possible,” he asserted.
Elfyn Evans, leading the WRC standings, prepares for the challenging Safari Rally in Kenya, where unpredictable conditions could impact the outcome. With the introduction of new tyres on gravel, Evans is both optimistic and focused on improving his performance, aiming for a victory despite previous near-misses. His confidence reflects a strong start to the season and a desire to capitalize on recent successes.
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