Ogier Takes Lead Over Evans in Final Rally Chile Stages

Sébastien Ogier took a commanding lead over Elfyn Evans heading into the final day of the 2025 Rally Chile, after a strong comeback on Saturday that saw him win all three afternoon stages amid changing weather conditions. Ogier, an eight-time world champion, overcame a cautious start in wet conditions to claim a 6.3-second advantage over Evans, who had led earlier in the day benefiting from the rain. Adrien Fourmaux, who had been leading overnight, slipped to third place, 26.8 seconds behind Ogier, while teammate Thierry Neuville fell further to fourth as Hyundai drivers struggled with grip in the drying conditions. Toyota drivers Ogier, Evans, and Sami Pajari showed strong pace, with Ogier now positioned to potentially close the gap on Evans in the championship standings. The final day of Rally Chile features four stages where Ogier aims to secure a crucial victory in his bid for a ninth world title. The shifting weather and strategic tire choices played a significant role in the day's dramatic leaderboard changes.