Robert Virves to compete in almost all remaining WRC rallies

Estonian rally driver Robert Virves has set his sights on a busy competition schedule in the second half of the year. Following Ott Tänak's career break, Virves has become Estonia's unofficial leading figure in rally sport. He is the 2024 Rally Estonia and Kenya rally WRC2 category winner.

Estonian rally driver Robert Virves is ready for an intense finish to the season, competing in almost all remaining WRC-sanctioned rallies. Since Ott Tänak decided to take a break from his career, Virves has become the unofficial flag-bearer for the Estonian rally team.

Season success

Virves has shown strong results this season: he has won the WRC2 category both at Rally Estonia in front of his home crowd and at the distant Kenya rally. These victories confirm that the Estonian talent has risen to the ranks of the strong competitors in the WRC2 class.

The first half of the season saw Virves competing in a more modest programme — he was not particularly active in WRC competition during winter and spring. However, the second half of the year promises a significantly busier rally calendar, aimed at collecting maximum competition points.

Target for season's end

Virves is targeting a strong haul of points in the second half of the year, which could mean a strong finish in the WRC2 standings. The busy competition calendar provides him with multiple opportunities to reach the podium and strengthen his position in the series.

For Estonian rally enthusiasts, Virves has become an important figure to follow, and his success on the international rally stage keeps the country's name in the title battle even without Tänak.