Q:
Which stages do you think are the toughest and why?
SO:
I think the long special on the last day will be more difficult.
Q:
Florian, it’s your first time in the JWRC; what do you hope to achieve this year?
Florian Niegel:
It’s the first season for me. I am sure I will find it very difficult because there are some very good drivers in the JWRC.
Q:
There is a strong field of great drivers in the Championship; do you think you can rival the likes of Ogier and Sandell?
FN:
Yes, I watched the first rally on TV. There are lots of good drivers, but I am happy to be here.
Q:
It’s your first event in the Championship on a new event for everyone so it could be a level playing field this weekend. Do you think that could work to your advantage?
FN:
I hope so. The most important thing for me is to finish the rally. The stages are difficult.
Q:
Did everything go well with the recce?
FN:
Some stages are very fast. If you make a mistake, rocks are near the road and you have a big problem. It’s important to learn something. We have a new team. A podium would be great. The rally is long, three days and there are some difficult stages.