Gazoo Racing Claims Third Win of the Season at Rally Turkey

Elfyn Evans has recently claimed his second victory for the GAZOO Racing (GR) World Rally Team (WRT) on a dramatic final day at Rally Turkey during the World Rally Championship (WRC), which was organized by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). The Welsh driver advanced from fourth to first position in the No. 33 Toyota Yaris WRC during the longest stage of the 2020 season.

The 38.15km Çetibeli stage was the first of two demanding tests that would be run twice on the third and last day of the event. The initial run over the rocky terrain proved to be highly eventful, with a number of drivers having to stop and change wheels. Evans made it through the stage without trouble, setting the fastest time to surge into a 46.9-second lead.

From there, he and co-driver Scott Martin were able to safely complete the remaining stages and secure a victory that moved them to the top of the drivers’ championship; 18 points clear of GR teammates Sébastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia. The result also enabled Toyota to increase its lead in the manufacturers’ championship to nine points.

“Evans and Martin, thank you very much for driving through these harsh Turkey roads faster than anyone,” commented Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation. “I deeply feel that we are on the way to make cars that respond to drivers' requirements and feelings. We will keep challenging ourselves to create ever-better cars so that our drivers can feel confident to drive towards the goal. I believe many fans all over the world watched the live broadcasting, and I appreciate all their continued support.”