THE DONEGAL Mini Stage Rally in Glenties fell victim to the weather conditions despite the heroic work of the organisers who salted the roads over which the event was to traverse.

World Touring Car champion Andy Priaulx moved 12 points clear in the standings and dedicated his victory at Brands Hatch to Colin McRae.

Andy Priaulx’s defence of the World Touring Car Championship got off to a good start after he qualified in third place for the opening round in Brazil.

Andy Priaulx brushed aside memories of his Brands Hatch by returning to winning ways at Oschersleben, giving new impetus to his World Touring Car Championship title defence.

Andy Priaulx has set his sights on becoming a full-time Formula One test driver with Williams – as well as dominating the World Touring Car Championship.