Novice Esapekka Lappi, driving for only the fourth time at the World Rally Championship’s top level, won the recent Neste Rally Finland by 36.0 seconds, giving the Toyota Yaris its first win the current WRC season.

The Finn has a reputation for remaining ice cool under the most severe pressure, but the 26-year old felt the tension at the start of the final Power Stage with a shock win within touching distance.

Premium + Digital Edition

Ad-free access


P 80 per month
(billed annually at P 960)
  • Unlimited ad-free access to website articles
  • Limited offer: Subscribe today and get digital edition access for free (accessible with up to 3 devices)

TRY FREE FOR 14 DAYS
See details
See details