26. Kennards Hire Rally Australia 2017
17. 11. – 19. 11. 2017, Coffs Harbour • gravel 318.73 km - (cancelled 30.80 km) • total distance including road sections - 947.55 km • Other years
SS21 Wedding Bells16 II[Power Stage] - 6.44 km
- 19. 11. 13:18
| 1. |
#31 |
 - Halttunen J. Ford Fiesta R5 
|
RC2 | 3:48.7 | 101.4 | |
| 2. |
#61 |
 - Allen John Škoda Fabia R5 |
RC2 | 4:04.0 |
+15.3 + 15.3 |
95.0 2.38 |
Overall
| 1. |
#61 |
- Allen John Škoda Fabia R5 |
RC2 |
3:00:24.4 |
95.8 | |
| 2. |
#31 |
- Halttunen J. Ford Fiesta R5 |
RC2 |
3:09:01.1 0:30 |
+8:36.7 +8:36.7 | 91.6 1.79 |
Retirement
| #10 |
|
Latvala Jari-Matti - Anttila M. |
|
Toyota Yaris WRC | Accident |
| #73 |
|
Hatton Justin - Fisher Steven |
|
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX | Mechanical |
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"This win is a special one - it goes to the whole team, they have worked so hard. It wasn't always easy but we kept the motivation high. We round off the year with a win and second in the championship. Thanks to everyone in the team both here and at the factory - great job guys."
"We don't deserve it, we just did the job we could. Okay, it's a bittersweet feeling. Last year we lost a podium here, this time it seems to be the reverse."
He's off! Heli footage appears to the show the car clipping something on the inside of a long left-hand corner. The car then slews to the other side and into the trees. Stage is stopped. Neuville is on the start line.
"I've been in this family for a long, long time. I've learned a lot of hard lessons, and this year with Seb was a great experience. I'm sure I will be strong in the future so thank you Malcolm and thank you M-Sport."
"A difficult year, I'm glad it's over. I think this weekend gives us some light at the end of the tunnel." And next year? "I know I won't be in Monte Carlo, so I'm looking forward to a long break at home in New Zealand."
"For now I can only say that was my last stage for 2017. It was a tough weekend for sure, a few issues and the start position too, but it's been a fantastic season for us. Now we look forward to the prize giving and collecting the trophy."
"It's been an incredible season, I've had a really good year in terms of working with some great people. DMACK have done an incredible job, it's been interesting and I've really enjoyed it."
"I really tried to push. I'm a bit disappointed because I screwed up the water-splash, otherwise it was a good stage. The set-up was too soft but I didn't care - I just gave it a go."
"I made one mistake in here and lost a second or so. This event sort of sums up my season. If we put in the work and do what we're talking about, we'll be alright next year."
"I think we can expect good things next year. It's good to sit here and know I'm in the right car for next year. The team is great, the car is fantastic. I'm ready for 2018."
"Fantastic, so nice and so happy for my co-driver Fred [who collects this year's co-drivers' trophy]. A perfect rally." And plans for next year? "No, this is it."
"I've got no words at the moment. I've waited too long. Thanks to everyone, I'm so stoked."
"A really nice weekend for me, when it was dry it was really nice to drive. Today it was a bit harder but all good learning for me."
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