WRC Vodafone Rally de Portugal 2025
Portugal
15 – 18 May 2025
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May
18
May
Fast and technical gravel roads inland from Porto in the north and centre of the country are soft and sandy initially but can become rocky and rutted for the second pass. Plenty of tricky corners hidden by crests while temperatures can soar in Portugal’s early summer.
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Key Facts
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About the Rally
A founding round of the WRC back in 1973, Rally de Portugal is ranked as one of the WRC's classic events with challenging gravel stages to the east and south of Porto.
Varying road surfaces and changeable weather add to the task facing crews. It’s also extremely popular among fans with enthusiastic spectators following the action in their tens of thousands.
Sandy roads ensure grip is at a premium for the early starters during the first pass through the stages and the surface can degrade to unearth sharp rocks and deep ruts for the second pass. This often requires teams to raise the ride height on their cars to avoid mechanical damage.
Over the years, the rally has received numerous awards, including ‘The Best Rally in the World’ (which it has won five times) and ‘The Most Improved Rally of the Year’ in 2000. Sébastien Ogier tops the roll of honour with six wins.
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Entry List
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Highlights
- The legendary Fafe jump before the finish or the hillsides overlooking the sweeping bends that precede it are a magnet for fans. Unmissable.
- Thursday evening’s opening ceremony in Coimbra. An opportunity to see the drivers, grab an autograph and snatch a selfie before the action kicks off.
- Exploring Porto. A maze of beautiful streets converge on the mighty Douro river, crossed by the iconic metal arch bridge and lined by port houses.
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Hankook Tyre Information
Hankook tyre information / WRC Vodafone Rally de Portugal 2025
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Tyre Allocation:
Rally1 cars: Maximum of 36 tyres (including shakedown)
All other cars: Maximum of 26 tyres (including shakedown)
