WRC, Sportrik Media – The official driver roster for the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) has been confirmed, featuring key lineups from Toyota Gazoo Racing, Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team, and M-Sport Ford World Rally Team, solidifying the competitive landscape ahead of the season opener in Monte Carlo.
In the Toyota Gazoo Racing camp, Elfyn Evans and Sébastien Ogier will lead the manufacturer’s charge in the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1, supported by Oliver Solberg, Takamoto Katsuta and Sami Pajari across selected events as part of Toyota’s diversified driver strategy to maximize championship points.
Thierry Neuville and Adrien Fourmaux are confirmed as full-time entries for Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team, bringing experience and continuity to their campaign in the Hyundai i20 N Rally1. Both drivers have played pivotal roles in Hyundai’s season strategies, particularly Neuville’s leadership and Fourmaux’s progression within the top category.
For M-Sport Ford World Rally Team, Grégoire Munster and Josh McErlean will compete in the Ford Puma Rally1, reflecting the British outfit’s balance of established talent and emerging pace. Their inclusion underscores Ford’s intent to build consistency and points across the season.
This confirmed lineup comes as Rally Monte Carlo 2026 approaches — the traditional curtain-raiser for the WRC season — where 11 Rally1 entries are set to compete among varied surfaces and weather conditions, marking a crucial early test for drivers and manufacturers alike.
With these driver confirmations, manufacturers have laid the foundation for strategic battles across the championship, balancing driver experience, team dynamics, and vehicle development as the 2026 season unfolds. For full driver profiles and team contexts, visit their respective pages: Toyota Gazoo Racing, Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team, and M-Sport Ford World Rally Team on Sportrik.
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