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Ott Tanak hints at potential WRC return but no current plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 12:39 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Ott Tanak hints at potential WRC return but no current plans

Summary

Ott Tanak has not ruled out a return to the World Rally Championship with Toyota in 2027, but stated there are currently no plans. The 2019 champion has been absent from WRC this season after announcing his departure at the end of 2025. Recently, Tanak participated as a test driver for Toyota at the Rally di Roma Capitale, helping develop the team’s new car for next season. He appreciated the demanding nature of the stages in Rome, believing they are suitable for WRC competition. Tanak remains engaged in rally activities, providing valuable insights to Toyota.

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Status Watch

•Ott Tanak may return to WRC with Toyota in 2027.
•Currently no plans for his return, according to Tanak.
•He participated non-competitively at Rally di Roma Capitale.
•Stages in Rome are considered challenging and suitable for WRC.
•Tanak's test driving role supports Toyota's car development efforts.

Latest Updates

12:39 PMYahoo Sports — Ott Tanak: Never say never on WRC 2027 return but “no plan” for the moment
12:39 PMMotorsport.com — Ott Tanak: Never say never on WRC 2027 return but “no plan” for the moment

What they're saying

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Ott Tanak has refused to rule out a return to the World Rally Championship with Toyota next year, but admits that “for the moment there is no plan.” The 2019 world champion has been absent from the WRC this year after announcing plans to step away from the championship at the end of 2025. However, in recent months Tanak has returned to the wheel, joining Toyota as a test driver to ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com