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Elfyn Evans calls WRC title race very open after Saudi Arabia cancellation

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:39 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Elfyn Evans calls WRC title race very open after Saudi Arabia cancellation

Summary

Elfyn Evans stated the World Rally Championship title race remains very open following the cancellation of Rally Saudi Arabia. This decision by the FIA and WRC means the season will conclude a round early next month in Sardinia. Evans indicated that he cannot afford to simply cruise at the Sardinia finale and will need to maintain competitive pressure.

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By the Numbers

•Elfyn Evans speaks on WRC title race dynamics post Saudi Arabia cancellation.
•Rally Saudi Arabia was cancelled, altering the championship's conclusion.
•The WRC season will now end next month in Sardinia.
•Evans emphasizes the need for competitiveness in the Sardinia finale.

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3:39 PMMotorsport.com — “Nothing is guaranteed” for Elfyn Evans as WRC title race still open after Saudi Arabia cancellation

What they're saying

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Elfyn Evans says the World Rally Championship title race remains “very open” following the cancellation of Rally Saudi Arabia, and he admits that “cruising around” at the new Sardinia finale is not an option. The WRC title race has taken on a new complexion with the season now set to end a round early in Sardinia next month after the FIA and WRC made a decision to cancel its visit to ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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