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Sami Pajari secures maiden WRC victory at Rally Estonia

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:46 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Sami Pajari secures maiden WRC victory at Rally Estonia

Summary

Sami Pajari achieved his first World Rally Championship win at Rally Estonia, finishing ahead of Toyota teammate Oliver Solberg by 19.5 seconds. The 24-year-old led the rally from start to finish, winning 12 out of 18 stages, including nine consecutive wins. Solberg, the previous year's winner in Estonia, struggled to maintain pace. Despite challenges, he finished second and collected bonus points. Adrien Fourmaux of Hyundai clinched third place after a fierce battle with teammate Thierry Neuville, who ended up in fourth. Championship leader Elfyn Evans had a difficult rally, finishing sixth but retained his lead in the standings.

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By the Numbers

•Pajari led all stages, demonstrating dominant speed.
•Solberg finished second despite struggling for pace.
•Fourmaux secured third place after battling Neuville.
•Championship leader Evans finished sixth after road challenges.
•Pajari is now third in the overall championship standings.

Latest Updates

2:16 PMRacer — Pajari dominates Rally Estonia to land first WRC win
11:46 AMYahoo Sports — WRC Estonia: Sami Pajari claims sensational maiden WRC victory

What they're saying

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Sami Pajari took his first FIA World Rally Championship victory after three days of dominance on the fast gravel roads of Rally Estonia.
— Racerby RACER Staff