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Solberg's WRC Title Near-Miss
Oliver Solberg's WRC title hopes dashed by crash in final stage.
In brief
Oliver Solberg's WRC title hopes dashed by crash in final stage. Oliver Solberg lost the WRC championship to Elfyn Evans after crashing during Rally Sardinia's final stage. Originally reported by Autosport.
Solberg's championship challenge
Oliver Solberg started the weekend 21 points behind championship leader Elfyn Evans.
Final stage crash
Solberg lost the championship after crashing two corners from the finish line.
Solberg's crash explanation
Solberg said he didn't expect the car to hook him in a gravel bank on the outside.
Solberg's emotional response
Solberg said it hurts a lot but he has no regrets after trying his very best.
Solberg's congratulations
Solberg praised new world champions Evans and co-driver Scott Martin.
The headline
Oliver Solberg lost the WRC championship to Elfyn Evans after crashing during Rally Sardinia's final stage.
