Sami Pajari leads WRC Rally Finland as Ogier crashes out
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 8:28 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Sami Pajari holds a commanding 46.4-second lead entering the final day of WRC Rally Finland. This advantage comes after his teammate, Sébastien Ogier, who was leading the rally, crashed out during a dramatic Saturday of high-speed action. Pajari's consistent performance has put him in a strong position to secure the victory on home soil. The final stage will determine the overall standings and conclude the rally.
- •Sami Pajari leads WRC Rally Finland heading into the final day.
- •Pajari has a 46.4-second advantage after Ogier's crash.
- •Ogier had been the long-time leader before his incident.
- •The final stage will decide the outcomes of the rally.
- 8:28 PMRacer — Pajari closes on WRC Rally Finland home win after Ogier crashes out
"Local hero Sami Pajari will begin the final day of WRC Rally Finland with a commanding 46.4s lead after his Toyota teammate and long-time rally leader Sebastien Ogier crashed out during a dramatic Saturday of high-speed gravel action.
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