Sebastien Ogier in heavy crash during WRC Finland stage

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Sebastien Ogier in heavy crash during WRC Finland stage
Summary

Sebastien Ogier and co-driver Julien Ingrassia crashed at high speed during stage 17 of Rally Finland on August 1. The Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1 veered off the course, rolling multiple times and heading towards trees. Both occupants exited the vehicle without assistance and were conscious. They will be transported for further medical checks, according to statements from Toyota and the FIA. The stage was subsequently red flagged.

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  • Ogier and Ingrassia crashed while leading stage 17.
  • The crash prompted officials to red flag the stage.
  • They were heading towards the end of stage 17 when the incident occurred.
  • Both drivers received immediate medical attention and will be transported to a hospital.
  • Ogier's prior lead in the rally was 20.9 seconds.
Latest Updates
  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports'I saw him lie down and pass out' - Julien Ingrassia recounts shocking WRC Finland crash with Sebastien Ogier
  • 12:30 PMMotorsport.com'I saw him lie down and pass out' - Julien Ingrassia recounts shocking WRC Finland crash with Sebastien Ogier
  • 10:35 PMAutosportRally Finland: Ogier to remain in hospital overnight after crash
  • 10:12 PMMotorsport.comSebastien Ogier to remain in hospital overnight after Rally Finland crash
  • 10:12 PMYahoo SportsSebastien Ogier to remain in hospital overnight after Rally Finland crash
  • 7:48 PMAutosportWRC Finland: Pajari in prime position for home win after Ogier crash
  • 4:17 PMAutosportWRC Finland: Ogier suffers heavy crash
  • 4:16 PMMotorsport.comWRC Finland: Sebastien Ogier suffers heavy crash
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World Rally Championship organisers have red flagged stage 17 at Rally Finland after Sebastien Ogier suffered a high-speed crash from the lead. The reigning world champion and co-driver Julien Ingrassia were heading towards the end of stage 17 when their Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1 car fired off the road at speed. The car was pitched into a series of rolls heading towards the trees. Toyota has ...Keep reading

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Sébastien Ogier has confirmed that he and co-driver Julien Ingrassia "feel ok” and has thanked Toyota for “building such a strong car” following a frightening crash from the lead at Rally Finland. The reigning world champion and co-driver Julien Ingrassia were heading towards the end of stage 17 when their Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1 car fired off the road at speed. The car was pitched into ...Keep reading

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Sébastien Ogier has confirmed that he and co-driver Julien Ingrassia "feel ok” and has thanked Toyota for “building such a strong car” following a frightening crash from the lead at Rally Finland. The reigning world champion and co-driver Julien Ingrassia were heading towards the end of stage 17 when their Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1 car fired off the road at speed. The car was pitched into ...Keep reading

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