# Ogier skips WRC 2027 opener

> Ogier to skip Monte Carlo as 2027 WRC plans remain unclear.
- Title: Ogier skips WRC 2027 opener · Autosport | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: sebastien ogier, wrc, monte carlo rally, toyota gazoo racing, wrc 2027, rally championship, sports, cars, Ogier, skips, 2027, opener
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/wrc/news/ogier-to-skip-wrc-2027-opener/10862672
- Author: Tom Howard
- Published: 2026-10-07T10:15:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: sebastien ogier, wrc, monte carlo rally, toyota gazoo racing, wrc 2027, rally championship, sports, cars
## 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.
## Key takeaway

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.