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ℹ️ About Rally Finland
Rally Finland stands as one of the most famous gravel rallies in the WRC calendar. Based in Jyväskylä, this Finnish rally features fast-flowing forest roads and spectacular jumps that test driver skill and bravery.
The roads of Rally Finland offer a unique challenge with their high-speed sections and blind crests. Drivers reach some of the highest average speeds in the WRC on these Finnish gravel tracks. Local fans know the famous jumps simply as "yumps" - a distinctive feature that makes Rally Finland special.
Top WRC teams bring their hybrid Rally1 cars to Finland each year. Finnish drivers have historically performed well on their home stages, earning the nickname "Flying Finns." The event attracts major manufacturers like Toyota, Hyundai, and Ford, who field their best drivers to tackle this challenging rally.
The technical aspects of Rally Finland demand precise setups. Cars need strong suspension systems to handle the jumps and fast direction changes. Drivers and co-drivers must perfect their pace notes to maintain speed over the blind crests that define the Finnish stages.
First held in 1951, Rally Finland has deep roots in WRC history. The event started as the Jyväskylän Suurajot before joining the World Rally Championship in 1973. Finnish legends like Hannu Mikkola, Markku Alén, and more recently Kalle Rovanperä have all claimed victories on home soil.
The spectator experience at Rally Finland ranks among the best in rallying. Thousands of fans line the forests to watch cars fly past at incredible speeds. The atmosphere combines Finnish rally passion with summer forest beauty.
Rally Finland continues to showcase why Finland produces so many world-class rally drivers. The combination of fast roads, technical sections, and those famous jumps creates a pure rallying challenge that tests the complete skills of the WRC field.