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Elfyn Evans and Sami Pajari prepare for Rally Chile competition

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:07 PM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Elfyn Evans and Sami Pajari prepare for Rally Chile competition

Summary

The FIA World Rally Championship resumes this weekend at Rally Chile, marking the start of the final three-round stretch of the season. Elfyn Evans enters the event defending a 20-point lead in the standings. He faces competition from Toyota teammate Sami Pajari, who is currently riding a three-rally win streak. Pajari aims to secure a fourth consecutive victory at the upcoming event to close the gap on Evans. The teams now move into the concluding phase of the championship calendar.

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Key Details

•Rally Chile marks the start of a three-round championship stretch.
•Elfyn Evans enters the weekend holding a 20-point lead.
•Sami Pajari is seeking a fourth consecutive WRC victory.
•Both drivers represent the Toyota team.

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7:07 PMRacer — Can red-hot Pajari turn up the temperature on Evans at WRC Rally Chile?

What they're saying

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The FIA World Rally Championship enters its decisive three-round home stretch at Rally Chile this weekend, with Elfyn Evans defending a 20-point lead against his in-form Toyota teammate, Sami Pajari, who’s chasing a fourth consecutive victory.
— Racerby RACER Staff

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