Leg: 3
Flash No: 18
Service: G

Team Manager quotes:

Malcolm Wilson
Team manager, BP Ford World Rally Team
“With just two stages to go it’s been a dream weekend for us. For the drivers they have performed in some quite incredible weather conditions that have tested their skills as much as our cars. On a personal note I have to say how grateful I am to Marcus for all that he has done in the time that he has spent with us and he will be missed. I am also impressed at Matthew’s performance this weekend – it has undoubtedly been the best drive of his career.

Young drivers are the lifeblood of this sport and we are fortunate to have some rising stars amongst us.”

Richard Taylor
Managing director, Subaru World Rally Team
“This has been the toughest event of the season by far with some extreme conditions to cope with. I am pleased that all of our team has made it into the top ten and realistically it has been a reasonable end to the season.

“Monte Carlo is only seven weeks away now and we now have to test and refine the new car for the 2008 season – there will be no let up.
“In summary, we would have liked to have finished higher but the result reflects the pace.”

Mark Van Dalen
Team Principal, OMV Kronos Citroen World Rally Team
“This has been a perfect weekend for Manfred but we are not so happy with our season overall. The car has performed well this weekend in some incredible weather conditions and Manfred has shown his ability once again as a world-class driver. We wish him nothing but good luck for 2008.”