IRC Belgium Ypres Westhoek Rally 2009 – Event Preview, Stage Details, Entry List and TV Times

Posted by Scott Coursey 17 June, 2009 (0) Comment

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The Intercontinental Rally Challenge returns to mainland Europe for round five of this year’s series, the Belgium Ypres Rally from June 18-20. The asphalt surface and the tricky conditions of Belgium make for a technically challenging event which is likely to be played out in unpredictable weather, when scorching sunshine can turn to heavy rain in the blink of an eye.

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Super 2000 World Cup being considered for inclusion in the 2010 WRC

Posted by Scott Coursey 7 June, 2009 (0) Comment

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A Super 2000 World Cup is being discussed for inclusion in the 2010 World Rally Championship, reports Autosport magazine.

The concept is designed to bring more manufacturers and private teams into the series. Ford team boss Malcolm Wilson is a pioneer of the project, which will be discussed at the next FIA WMSC meeting on June 24. The Cumbrian is ready to commit Fiesta S2000s to the new series.

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Gareth MacHale to pass up Opel Corsa S2000 IRC debut at Ypres

Posted by Scott Coursey 6 June, 2009 (0) Comment

 

Gareth MacHale passed up the opportunity to give the MSD Opel Corsa OPC S2000 its IRC debut, in Belgium, as he will be contesting the clashing Donegal International Rally instead, according to Motorsport News.

Frenchman Alex Bengue will drive the Super 2000 machine on the Ypres Rally while MacHale will review his season’s plans after Donegal.

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