The last dance of the WRC season is finally here — and Rally Saudi Arabia promises nothing short of drama, dust, and a title fight that could go down to the final kilometre. With Toyota Gazoo Racing sealing the Manufacturers’ Championship, attention now sharpens on the Drivers’ crown.
And what a showdown it is.
For the first time ever, the FIA World Rally Championship lands in Saudi Arabia, with the thrilling finale of the 2025 season set to take place from 26–29 November. As the 14th and final round of the WRC calendar, Rally Saudi Arabia marks a historic milestone — showcasing the Kingdom’s commitment to hosting elite global motorsport and its rise as a world-class motorsport destination.
The rally features 17 competitive stages covering 319.44 km, blending high-speed desert blasts with sandy technical sections that will push crews to the edge.
A Championship Fight on a Knife’s Edge
Only a slim margin separates the top three title contenders:
Elfyn Evans – 272 points
Sébastien Ogier – 269 points
Kalle Rovanperä – 248 points
Three drivers. One crown.
And a desert battleground ready to choose its champion.
Saudi Arabia’s sandy, dusty, and brutally dry terrain has a habit of punishing the smallest mistakes. For Elfyn, this could be the moment he ascends as a first-time world champion. For Ogier, it’s another shot at adding to an already legendary career. For Kalle, it’s the outside chance to remind the world that the future remains firmly in his hands.
Early Signs: Shakedown Sends a Warning Shot
Shakedown is complete — and the early pace is already shaking things up.
Kalle Rovanperä topped the times, looking sharp and confident on the loose desert gravel. Right behind him was Hyundai’s Thierry Neuville, suggesting Hyundai might not be ready to fade away. Could this be the weekend where the Korean manufacturer spoils the Toyota title party?
In the WRC, nothing is guaranteed.
A Brutal Rally Ahead
Rally Saudi Arabia isn’t just another event — it’s a battlefield built on:
Soft, shifting sand
Deep ruts
Blinding dust clouds
High tyre wear
Visibility traps
Fast, technical desert stages
Survival could matter just as much as pace.
The Weekend Awaits
The stage is set. The storylines are primed. The championship is on a razor’s edge.
Will Elfyn claim his long-awaited crown?
Will Ogier deliver yet another masterclass in pressure?
Or will Kalle pull off one final twist?
Rally Fanatics will be following every drift, dust cloud, and decisive moment from Saudi Arabia. Buckle up — the finale is about to ignite.
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