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Evans wins WRC title with homecoming celebration
Elfyn Evans claims WRC crown after dramatic Sardinia finale, celebrated by Welsh fans in hometown.
In brief
Elfyn Evans claims WRC crown after dramatic Sardinia finale, celebrated by Welsh fans in hometown. Elfyn Evans became Britain's first WRC champion in 25 years after winning the final stage of the championship in Sardinia, celebrated by thousands of fans in his hometown of Dolgellau. Originally reported by Autosport.
Evans crowned WRC champion
Elfyn Evans won the WRC title after a dramatic season finale in Sardinia where rival Oliver Solberg crashed two corners from the finish.
“The moment has since gone viral on social media, clocking up millions of views”
Homecoming event in Dolgellau
Thousands of fans braved rain to celebrate Evans in his hometown, with the event organized by Gwynedd Council and volunteers.
“Fans came out in force to applaud Evans' triumph in the WRC”
Evans meets school pupils
Evans visited his former school Ysgol Bro Idris to meet pupils and teachers before the homecoming event.
“Before arriving in the centre of his hometown, Evans drove his rally car to his former school Ysgol Bro Idris earlier in the day”
Welsh national anthem serenaded
Evans drove his car through closed streets lined with fans, serenaded by a local choir singing the Welsh national anthem.
“Evans then spoke to the gathered crowd, met fans and signed autographs before putting on a show behind the wheel of the GR Yaris”
Evans' gratitude for support
Evans thanked fans, Gwynedd Council, volunteers, and friend Glenn Patterson for organizing the event.
“I can’t thank everybody enough for turning up and waiting at the end but also for everybody that was involved in putting the event together”
First Minister's praise
Wales' First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth called Evans a true champion and hero for Wales.
“To become a world champion is no mean feat... a true champion, a true hero here too”
Evans' future plans
Evans will test Toyota's 2027 WRC car next while focusing on the sport's growth and future events.
“Life is always busy and there is always something going on... I'm looking to the next thing”
The takeaway
Elfyn Evans became Britain's first WRC champion in 25 years after winning the final stage of the championship in Sardinia, celebrated by thousands of fans in his hometown of Dolgellau.
