Sami Pajari leads Rally Estonia after Friday's clean sweep of stages
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Sami Pajari has taken an early lead at Rally Estonia following a clean sweep of stage wins on Friday afternoon. The Toyota driver completed the opening loop of three stages without losing time, finishing with a lead of 4.1 seconds over teammate Oliver Solberg, the 2025 event winner. Pajari's performance showcased his skill on Estonia's fast gravel roads. As the rally progresses, competitors will attempt to catch up with Pajari's pace to challenge for the top position.
- •Sami Pajari leads Rally Estonia after winning all three stages on Friday.
- •Pajari has a 4.1s lead over Oliver Solberg, last year's winner.
- •The rally takes place on Estonia's fast gravel roads.
- •Competitors aim to close the gap as the event continues.
- 1:34 PMMotorsport.com — WRC Estonia: Sami Pajari leads after Friday afternoon clean sweep
"Toyota's Sami Pajari claimed an early lead at Rally Estonia after an impressive clean sweep of stage wins on Friday afternoon. The Finn produced an impressive display on Estonia’s fast gravel roads to complete the opening loop of three stages unbeaten, with a 4.1s lead over last year’s event winner and team-mate Oliver Solberg. "It feels really good. I'm really enjoying it and what a ...Keep reading
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