The FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) enters uncharted territory as Paraguay hosts its first-ever WRC round, the Rally Ueno del Paraguay 2025 (28–31 August). Based in Encarnación, a scenic city on the Paraná River near Argentina’s border, this rally blends smooth red-earth roads with tight, technical jungle stages that promise drama at every corner.
The Title Fight:
The championship standings could not be tighter. Elfyn Evans still leads the table, but Sébastien Ogier and Ott Tänak are tied on points right behind him — turning Paraguay into a potential season tipping point. With the 2025 crown still wide open, every stage here matters.
Rally1 Entries – Top 10 Drivers to Watch:
- Elfyn Evans (Toyota)
- Kalle Rovanperä (Toyota)
- Sébastien Ogier (Toyota)
- Ott Tänak (Hyundai)
- Thierry Neuville (Hyundai)
- Takamoto Katsuta (Toyota)
- Adrien Fourmaux (Hyundai)
- Sami Pajari (Toyota)
- Grégoire Munster (M-Sport Ford)
- Josh McErlean (M-Sport Ford)
Why Paraguay Matters:
🇵🇾 Historic debut: First time Paraguay is on the WRC map.
Championship shake-up: A win here could decide who leads into the final stretch.
Spectacle: The rally’s red soil, river views, and dense vegetation will test both drivers and machines.
Final Word:
Rally Ueno del Paraguay isn’t just another stop — it’s a new battleground. For Evans, it’s about defending the lead. For Ogier and Tänak, it’s about striking at the perfect moment. And for fans? Expect unpredictable drama and breathtaking stages in South America’s newest rally hotspot.
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