Tanak restores M-Sport’s WRC faith

After a difficult 2022, M-Sport needed a boost. And the World Rally Championship needed a rivalry at the front. In Sweden, we got both

TOM HOWARD

When M-Sport rehired Ott Tanak for the 2023 World Rally Championship season the objective was clear: return to the top step of the podium after a trying campaign last year. In Sweden last weekend, Tanak delivered at just the second attempt. The 2019 world champion outlined why he remains the sought-after talent M-Sport was desperate to bring back, proving it’s possible to win in the WRC without the fastest car. Tanak’s run to an 18th career victory also confirmed the hype that the Estonian’s return to M-Sport, the team that nurtured his talent back in 2011, will add extra spice to the championship battle. Reigning world champion Kalle Rovanpera had anticipated strong opposition this year, and now he knows he’ll have a fight on his hands. While Tanak ultimately claimed the spoils…

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Autosport (Digital) - 1 Issue, 16/02/23

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