Elfyn Evans rolls out of Rally Finland contention against Sebastien Ogier
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Elfyn Evans's opportunity for victory at Rally Finland was disrupted as he rolled out in the final stage of the morning loop. Evans, who was the championship leader, had been closing the gap on rally leader Sebastien Ogier, reducing the deficit from 16.3 seconds to 11.6 seconds. However, during stage SS14 Leustu, Evans misjudged a left turn, resulting in his exit from the ongoing rally. The incident underscores the high-stakes nature of the World Rally Championship as competitors push their limits.
- •Elfyn Evans was leading the championship before Rally Finland.
- •He was within 11.6 seconds of leader Sebastien Ogier.
- •Evans rolled out during stage SS14 Leustu.
- •The rally is ongoing as drivers compete for points.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Evans third after roll as Ogier taken to hospital
- 5:35 PMBBC Sport — Evans third after roll as Ogier taken to hospital
- 11:43 AMAutosport — WRC Finland: Evans rolls out of victory fight with Ogier
- 11:41 AMMotorsport.com — WRC Finland: Elfyn Evans rolls out of victory fight with Sebastien Ogier
"Elfyn Evans’ World Rally Championship hopes suffered a blow after rolling out of a victory fight with Sebastien Ogier at Rally Finland. The championship leader had been chasing down rally leader Ogier, reducing the gap from 16.3s to 11.6s heading into the final stage of the morning loop (SS14 Leustu) when drama struck. Evans misjudged a left hander towards the end of the stage which ...Keep reading
"Elfyn Evans’ World Rally Championship hopes suffered a blow after rolling out of a victory fight with Sebastien Ogier at Rally Finland. The championship leader had been chasing down rally leader Ogier, reducing the gap from 16.3s to 11.6s heading into the final stage of the morning loop (SS14 Leustu) when drama struck. Evans misjudged a left hander towards the end of the stage which ...Keep reading
"Elfyn Evans holds third place at Rally Finland despite rolling his Toyota on Saturday, as Sebastien Ogier was taken to hospital after crashing out of the lead.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 5:35 PMEvans third after roll as Ogier taken to hospital
Elfyn Evans holds third place at Rally Finland despite rolling his Toyota on Saturday, as Sebastien Ogier was taken to hospital after crashing out of the lead.
- BBC SportAug 1, 2026, 5:35 PMEvans third after roll as Ogier taken to hospital
Elfyn Evans holds third place at Rally Finland despite rolling his Toyota on Saturday, as Sebastien Ogier is taken to hospital after crashing out of the lead.
- AutosportAug 1, 2026, 11:43 AMWRC Finland: Evans rolls out of victory fight with Ogier
Elfyn Evans’ World Rally Championship hopes suffered a blow after rolling out of a victory fight with Sebastien Ogier at Rally Finland. The championship leader had been chasing down rally leader Ogier, reducing the gap from 16.3s to 11.6s heading into the final stage of the morning loop (SS14 Leustu) when drama struck. Evans misjudged a left hander towards the end of the stage which ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 1, 2026, 11:41 AMWRC Finland: Elfyn Evans rolls out of victory fight with Sebastien Ogier
Elfyn Evans’ World Rally Championship hopes suffered a blow after rolling out of a victory fight with Sebastien Ogier at Rally Finland. The championship leader had been chasing down rally leader Ogier, reducing the gap from 16.3s to 11.6s heading into the final stage of the morning loop (SS14 Leustu) when drama struck. Evans misjudged a left hander towards the end of the stage which ...Keep reading
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