The French rally driver Adrien Fourmauxwho finished fifth in the World Rally Championship this season with the M-Sport/Ford team, has signed for Hyundai for the 2025 seasonas announced this Thursday by the South Korean manufacturer.
The Frenchman, who returned to the premier class this season after competing at a lower level (WRC2) in 2023, had a very solid year behind his Ford Puma, achieving five podiums and nine top-five finishes in 13 rallies.
«I’m glad to join Hyundai, it’s a great opportunity. As a driver, you’re always looking to improve and push your limits, and I think this was the right choice at the right time,” emphasized Fourmaux.
Its mission is to continue its development and contribute to the South Korean brand’s title in the constructors’ championship, a title it narrowly lost to its Japanese rival Toyota in the last race of the season, at the end of November in Japan.
“Given the challenges that await us next year, Consistency and stability within our three cars will be important. That is why we are delighted to announce the arrival of Adrien (Fourmaux) and (his co-driver) Alexandre (Coria) after their incredible season in 2024 Adrien impressed not only with his results, but as well as his new mentality and attitude his return to the WRC”, said Cyril Abiteboulhead of Hyundai’s French team.
Like this person, There will only be three manufacturers competing in the WRC in 2025and Toyotawhich brings back two-time Finnish world champion Kalle Rovanperä on a full-time basis (2022, 2023), swill be Hyundai’s main rival. Ford will still try to surprise and get a podium, but it is unlikely to enter the fight for the title.
Source: La Verdad
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