During stage 17 of Rally Finland, the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 skidded off the road, spun into a series of rolls, and crashed into trees, bringing Sébastien Ogier and co‑driver Julien Ingrassia to the ground.
Crash at SS17
Both drivers exited the vehicle independently after a hard impact, rough enough to break the road edge but leaving them uninjured by the initial ejection. The cause of the mishap remains unclear.
Medical Condition and Team Response
Toyota confirmed that Ogier and Ingrassia were hospitalized for precautionary checks, all of which returned positive. The crew may stay overnight for continued observation, a precaution carried out before any further racing.
Ogier’s Public Statement
In a post on his social media, Ogier thanked the Toyota team for building a car that protected them and praised Ingrassia for immediately looking after him after impact and calming his family with assurances that he was fine.
Impact on the Rally Standings
Sami Pajari received the rally lead after the accident, holding a 46.4‑second advantage over Oliver Solberg as the event continues toward its final stages.
A Toyota‑led shock exit may dampen weekend hopes, yet the team’s resilience and the car’s proven strength keep spirits high as they prepare for Sunday’s remaining stages.
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