WRC 2024 kicks off with Monte Carlo Rally as Safari Rally prepares for spectacular changes
By Rama Mohammed |
As the 2024 World Rally Championship roars to life with the Monte Carlo Rally, all eyes are on Kenya's Safari Rally, just 79 days away, promising excitement with significant changes in store
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As the engines roar to life in Monte Carlo, signaling the start of the 2024 World Rally Championship (WRC), anticipation is building for Kenya's iconic Safari Rally, slated to be the third round of the series. With 79 days remaining until the rally flag drops at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi on March 28, the organizing committee is pulling out all the stops to ensure a resounding success.
This year's Safari Rally promises not only thrilling gravel action but also significant changes aimed at enhancing the overall experience for participants and fans alike. One notable alteration is the shift in dates, as the event returns to its traditional Easter holiday slot from March 28-31. This move is expected to draw a larger crowd, further solidifying the Safari Rally's status as a highlight of the WRC calendar.
In addition to the date change, plans are underway to revamp the rally's podium ceremonies. Unlike previous years where ceremonies were held at the Wildlife Research and Training Institute in Naivasha town, this year will see a strategic relocation to the end of the Hells Gate Power Stage. According to Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba, this adjustment aims to streamline logistics and minimize challenges encountered in past editions, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all involved.
We’re feeling good this Thursday… and you know why! It’s the start of the new #WRC season. Best wishes to all our @OfficialWRC friends for a safe & amazing 2024 season!
— Valmar Viisel (@paddocknews) January 25, 2024
While the Safari Rally gears up for these exciting changes, the WRC itself undergoes some modifications in its 2024 calendar. Latvia joins the schedule while Poland makes its return, replacing Estonia and Mexico, respectively. This adjustment adds fresh twists to the series, promising diverse terrain and challenges for drivers throughout the season.
With events spanning across continents and surfaces, from the snow-covered roads of Sweden to the gravel tracks of Greece, the 2024 WRC season is poised to be a thrilling spectacle for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
The 2024 WRC calendar
January 25-28: Monte Carlo (mixed: tarmac/snow)
February 15-18: Sweden (snow)
March 28-31: Kenya (gravel)
April 18-21: Croatia (tarmac)
May 9-12: Portugal (gravel)
May 30-June 2: Italy/Sardinia (gravel)
June 27-30: Poland (gravel)
July 18-21: Latvia (gravel)
August 1-4: Finland (gravel)
September 5-8: Acropolis/Greece (gravel)
September 26-29: Chile (gravel)
October 31-November 3: Central Europe (tarmac)
November 21-24: Japan (tarmac)
Additional reporting by Agence France-Presse
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