Loeb Ogier, a new duel looming?
Four months after the Monte Carlo Rally, Sebastien Loeb and Sebastien Ogier are set to meet again in Rally Portugal next month.
Sebastien Loeb never stops. He took part in the World Rally Ride Championship, which he chairs, and in the Extreme E Championship, Alsatian recently announced that he will participate – at least – in two DTM rounds with the Ferrari 488 team of AF Corse, in Portimao (April 29 – May 1) and at Lausitzring (20- May 22) as he will replace New Zealander Nick Cassidy.
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“When you look at the coming months: the first DTM race, the Extreme ELive, the World Rally-Raid Championship… and maybe more”, was also amused by the nine-time world champion. The message that made Sebastien Ogier react. “Come Seb, don’t be shy… Announcing the March of Portugal 🇵🇹!! The date we have a little fun », fired a response. It suffices to suggest that the two opponents – 17 World Mathematics world champions between them – should meet in Portugal for a new duel.
Come Seib, don’t be shy… Announcing Portugal’s march 🇵🇹!! Let’s have a little fun
– Sebastien Ogier (@SebOgier) April 8, 2022
In January, the two men honored the Monte Carlo Rally with their attendance, with an unforgettable duel won by Sebastien Loeb. Leading the attack on the final day, Sebastien Ogier had seen victory eluding him with a hole in the penultimate stage. With his new assistant Isabelle Galmich, the Alsatians presented themselves with an 80th victory in the World Rally Championship and an eighth in Monte Carlo, equaling the record of success in the principality held by its rival.
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