World champion Johan Kristoffersson drove in to victory at the opening round of the FIA World Rallycross Championship in Barcelona.
April 16, 2018
After a flawless drive both days, Johan initially crossed the finish line as second in the final. But later he was awarded the victory after a stewards decision. Mattias Ekström was disqualified after contact with Johans’ team-mate Petter Solberg in the final.
Johan Kristoffersson:
“You are obviously really up for it at the start of the new season. Everyone starts on zero points. I am extremely happy with my performance in the final. The fact that the we were awarded the win instead of second place means we can head home happy. It was a good start to the season. It is a shame for Petter, who deserved a better result – but he will come back stronger.”
Results:
1) Johan Kristoffersson, Sverige 4.36,568
2) Sébastien Loeb, Frankrike 4.37,783
3) Andreas Bakkerud, Norge 4.38,957
4) Niclas Grönholm, Finland 4.43,667
5) Petter Solberg, Norge 4.47,832