Nancian driver Tom Montagne showcased exceptional skill at the Rallye du Touquet, which marked the opening of the French Championship. The 17-year-old finished an impressive third in the F-RC6 category, competing against 27 entrants.
Rallye du Touquet Highlights
This year’s rally featured several notable participants from the Lorraine region. The race was won by Yoann Bonato, driving a Lancia Ypsilon. He continued his dominance in rally racing with another remarkable performance.
Key Performances
- 1st Place: Yoann Bonato / Julien Boulloud (Lancia Ypsilon)
- 4th Place: Quentin Gilbert / Guieu (Skoda R5), 1 minute and 40.5 seconds behind
- 8th Place: Thomas Anacleto / Stirling (Porsche), finishing 2 minutes and 57 seconds behind
- 26th Place: Marchal / Bronner
- 52nd Place: Janny / Pecheur (9th in F-RC5)
- 67th Place: Tom Montagne / Delforge (3rd in F-RC6)
Challenges Faced
Montagne’s performance was particularly notable as he performed consistently under challenging conditions. Despite starting strong, Anacleto found his pace affected by rain, causing him to drop from second position.
Noteworthy Abandonments
The rally also saw several teams forced to withdraw due to various issues:
- Vialatte / Maillefert – exited stage 11
- Mauffrey / Duval – exited stage 6
- Bottin / Andreux – exited stage 7
- Jeudy / Thiriot – mechanical issues on stage 5
- Hot / Nicolet – mechanical problems on stage 2
Tom Montagne’s achievement at the Rallye du Touquet is a promising start for the young driver as the season progresses. His podium finish reflects his potential in the competitive landscape of rally racing.
