Gronholm looks commanding

FORD’S Marcus Gronholm was in commanding form to build an 11.1-second lead over title rival Sebastien Loeb at the Swedish Rally.

The Finn claimed three of yesterday’s seven stages as he goes looking for his fifth win at the snow-ridden event overall.

World Rally champion Loeb had to put in a fine comeback drive in his Citroen, after a stall at the start line on last night’s opening stage meant he started the day 21st.