Ogier extends Monte Carlo advantage

French driver Sebastien Ogier poses before the start of the 91th WRC Monte Carlo Rally in Casino square in Monaco on January 19, 2023. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

French ace Sebastien Ogier (Toyota Yaris Rally1) stretched his lead of the Rallye Monte Carlo to thirty six seconds and continues to dictate the pace in the 91st edition of the classic event and opening round of the World Rally Championship.

Fastest through four of the six stages of the second leg, he leads his Toyota Gazoo Racing teammate and reigning world champion Kalle Rovanpera with Thierry Neuville (Hyundai i20 Rally1) just 1.9 seconds further behind in third.