Oliver Solberg Makes Rally1 Debut at Rally Estonia, Starts Eighth
Oliver Solberg debuts in Rally1 at Rally Estonia, starting eighth in a significant career move.
Key Points
- • Oliver Solberg debuts in Rally1 class at Rally Estonia.
- • He has accumulated 19 World Championship points, ranking him above M-Sport drivers.
- • Solberg starts in eighth position for the first stage of the rally.
- • Toyota is considering new drivers, with uncertainties around current stars like Ogier.
Oliver Solberg is making a significant leap in his career as he debuts in the Rally1 class at Rally Estonia, a transition from his previous competitions in the Rally2 class. This event marks a crucial step for the young driver, who has already secured 19 World Championship points, placing him above all M-Sport drivers in the current WRC standings.
In Rally Estonia, Solberg is set to start in the eighth position, which is promising especially with notable competitors like WRC runner-up Sébastien Ogier absent from this rally. The decision for Solberg's entry into Rally1 aligns with Toyota's ongoing assessments of their driver lineup following uncertainties regarding the futures of Kalle Rovanperä and Ogier. Presently, Solberg is under a contract with Printsport that includes a full season in the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2, with discussions underway about his potential full-time participation in the main class.
His performance at Rally Estonia will not only showcase his abilities but may also influence future driving opportunities within the highly competitive environment of the WRC.