M-Sport Eyes Big Opportunities at the Unique Safari Rally Kenya
M-Sport sees the Safari Rally Kenya as a unique opportunity amid fierce competition, despite a less experienced driver lineup. Team principal Richard Milliner emphasizes the unpredictability and challenges of the event. Drivers Gregoire Munster and Josh McErlean convey readiness for the demanding conditions. The 2025 World Rally Championship is available on DAZN’s Rally TV platform, showcasing all events.
M-Sport, representing Ford, perceives the Safari Rally Kenya as a significant opportunity to achieve an impressive result in the World Rally Championship (WRC). The extreme conditions that characterize the rally are anticipated to create a level playing field, introducing unpredictability across its 21 challenging stages. Despite being outmatched in resources by rivals Toyota and Hyundai, M-Sport has demonstrated competitiveness at this prestigious African event, with driver Adrien Fourmaux finishing third in the previous year’s competition.
For the upcoming season, M-Sport is fielding an inexperienced driver lineup. The second-year Rally1 participant Gregoire Munster and newcomer Josh McErlean are poised to represent the team as it manages expectations. Nevertheless, both drivers have displayed potential speed in prior events at Monte Carlo and Sweden. M-Sport team principal Richard Milliner emphasizes that approaching the Safari Rally with caution could yield favorable outcomes, especially after achieving a sixth-place finish by part-time driver Martins Sesks in Sweden last month.
“Kenya is always one of the most exciting, yet extreme, events on the calendar,” stated Milliner. He acknowledges the potential for “big opportunities” and advises that drivers must adapt their strategies uniquely for this event. Munster, recalling his previous challenges at the rally, expresses enthusiasm for returning, citing its distinctive features, including intense weather and varying terrain.
McErlean echoed Munster’s sentiments, emphasizing the rally’s intensity and the rigorous preparation the M-Sport team has undertaken. He remarked on the significance of the Safari specifications, including modifications like the snorkel on their vehicles, and expressed readiness to confront the challenges ahead alongside his co-driver Eoin Treacy.
The 2025 World Rally Championship is available on DAZN through a dedicated app channel, Rally TV, which includes either a specific subscription or an add-on to existing plans. DAZN serves as the global home for Rally TV, featuring every race from the European Rally Championship and WRC events this year.
In summary, M-Sport-Ford views the Safari Rally Kenya as a unique opportunity amidst tough competition, leveraging the unpredictable nature of the challenging terrain and weather. Despite a less seasoned driver lineup, both Gregoire Munster and Josh McErlean are prepared to tackle the demanding conditions. Team principal Richard Milliner’s grounded expectations and the team’s careful preparation highlight their determination for a strong performance. DAZN continues to offer comprehensive coverage of the World Rally Championship through its dedicated Rally TV platform.
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