Gigi Galli closes on rally return after Abarth Punto S2000 test in Italy

Gigi Galli has tested an Abarth Punto S2000 on gravel recently in Italy and is looking at making a return to the sport next year, according to Motorsport News.

Galli has only competed on the Bettaga Memorial Rallysprint last December since breaking his leg after an horrific accident in Germany 2008.

Speaking at Rally Italy, Galli said:

I’m looking forward to things for next year… Continue reading

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Stobart VK M-Sport Ford Rally Team confirm participation in 2009 WRC

The Stobart VK M-Sport Ford Rally Team has confirmed that it will contest the 2009 FIA World Rally Championship, according to crash.net.

A spokesman for the Stobart team commented to crash.net:
A Stobart team was registered on Monday as we felt it was important to demonstrate our commitment and confidence in the championship.”
Matthew Wilson is the only driver so far confirmed for the squad as he starts his fourth year… Continue reading

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Gigi Galli is trying to secure a full WRC programme with Stobart for 2009

Gigi Galli has secured enough budget for a partial programme in a  Stobart VK M-sport Ford Focus for the 2009 WRC but is actively trying to land a full 12-round campaign, according to Motorsport News.

Speaking to MN Galli said:
I am trying hard to come back and Malcolm Wilson has said some very good things to try and help me.

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