Kalle Rovanpera and co-driver Jonne Halttunen clinched their second world title in the Central European Rally, finishing second behind Thierry Neuville. Rovanpera becomes the sixth driver in WRC history to successfully defend a world title. This season has been a closer battle, with Rovanpera winning three rallies and focusing on consistency. 'I'm quite proud of the year and think the performance was more important,' said Rovanpera.
Rovanpera and co-driver Jonne Halttunen clinched a second world title with a round to spare after finishing second behind Hyundai's Thierry Neuville at the inaugural Central European Rally. The 23-year-old is only the sixth driver in the WRC's 50-year history to successfully defend a world title, following in the footsteps of Sebastien Loeb, Sebastien Ogier, Tommi Makinen, Juha Kankkunen and Miki Biasion.
Photo by: McKlein / Motorsport Images Kalle Rovanperä, Jonne Halttunen, Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 'I'm quite proud of the year and I think the performance was more important. 'The competition was stronger and there wasn't many easy points to get like last year when there was much more trouble between everybody. This year it was important all the time to take the points and stay in good positions. 'Yeah, it is .
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