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Sébastien Ogier (Volkswagen) is now the lonesome leader of rally Mexico, his main rival Mads Ostberg having retired after a mechanical failure.
Ostberg, who showed potential winning form on Friday, was the only driver capable of matching Ogier for the win in Mexico. Unfortunately, the Norwegian driver was forced to retire by an alternator issue Saturday.
Ostberg's retirement relieved Ogier from any pressure. The championship leader now being more than a minute ahead of second place man Mikko Hirvonen (Citroen).
Thierry Neuville (Ford) lost time with a damaged steering, and his now in third position, 2.44 minutes behind Ogier
Three special stages remain Sunday in rally Mexico.
Ostberg, who showed potential winning form on Friday, was the only driver capable of matching Ogier for the win in Mexico. Unfortunately, the Norwegian driver was forced to retire by an alternator issue Saturday.
Ostberg's retirement relieved Ogier from any pressure. The championship leader now being more than a minute ahead of second place man Mikko Hirvonen (Citroen).
Thierry Neuville (Ford) lost time with a damaged steering, and his now in third position, 2.44 minutes behind Ogier
Three special stages remain Sunday in rally Mexico.