From Autosport · Tom Howard · · 1m
Ogier skips WRC 2027 opener
Ogier to skip Monte Carlo as 2027 WRC plans remain unclear.
In brief
Ogier to skip Monte Carlo as 2027 WRC plans remain unclear. Sebastien Ogier will miss the WRC season opener in Monte Carlo for the first time since 2011 due to family commitments, with his 2027 WRC plans still undecided. Originally reported by Autosport.
Ogier skips Monte Carlo
Sebastien Ogier will miss the WRC season opener in Monte Carlo for the first time since 2011 due to family commitments.
“As you know I will not be at the Monte Carlo, and I'm not sure I will be at any event so far.”
2027 WRC plans undecided
Ogier has not confirmed his participation in any 2027 WRC events, stating he needs time to reflect on his future commitments.
“There is no plan yet, but let's see.”
Family commitments
Ogier cited family obligations as the reason for skipping Monte Carlo, a decision he made after completing 214 WRC starts.
“That's the only thing which is sure right now.”
2027 WRC calendar uncertain
Toyota has not yet announced its driver lineup for 2027, leaving Ogier's participation in the championship unclear.
“I still want to reflect a little bit more and wait maybe a bit more to have more information about the calendar.”
Ogier's 2027 plans
Ogier plans to scale back his WRC involvement in 2027, though he remains open to returning to the sport.
“Probably you won’t see me often, but it’s not impossible that I’m back sometimes.”
The essence
Sebastien Ogier will miss the WRC season opener in Monte Carlo for the first time since 2011 due to family commitments, with his 2027 WRC plans still undecided.
