Source: AutoHebdo F1 (2026)
Key Findings at a Glance
- → Toyota fields five GR Yaris Rally1 cars Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team fields five GR Yaris Rally1 cars on the majority of 2026 WRC events, featuring Elfyn Evans, Sébastien Ogier, Takamoto Katsuta, Sami Pajari, and Oliver Solberg. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
- → Evans won Rally Sweden with 34 out of 35 possible points Elfyn Evans scored 34 out of a possible 35 points at Rally Sweden in February 2026, missing only the Power Stage win by seven hundredths of a second. [AutoHebdo F1]
- → Sami Pajari became the 17th Finnish driver to win a WRC round Sami Pajari became the 17th driver from Finland to win a round of the WRC with his victory at Rally Estonia in 2026. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
- → Toyota holds 174-point lead in manufacturers championship Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT holds a commanding 174-point lead over Hyundai Shell Mobis WRT in the 2026 manufacturers’ championship. [Wikipedia]
- → Oliver Solberg won 2025 WRC2 title and stepped up to Rally1 Oliver Solberg secured the 2025 WRC2 championship driving the GR Yaris Rally2 car and earned a promotion to Rally1 machinery for 2026. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
- → Thierry Neuville won Rally Portugal by 16.3 seconds Thierry Neuville won the 2026 Rally of Portugal, finishing 16.3 seconds ahead of Oliver Solberg and 29.1 seconds ahead of Elfyn Evans after a challenging rally marked by rain and mud. [AutoHebdo F1]
- → Evans leads championship by 30 points with four rounds remaining With four rounds to go in the 2026 season, Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin lead the drivers’ and co-drivers’ championship by thirty points over Sami Pajari and Marko Salminen. [Wikipedia]
- → Toyota achieved historic top-five sweep at Rally Finland 2025 Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT achieved a historic sweep of the top five positions at Rally Finland in 2025, a feat achieved only once before in WRC history. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
Elfyn Evans leads the 2026 WRC championship with 123 points after the Rally of Portugal, holding a 12-point advantage over second-place Takamoto Katsuta according to AutoHebdo F1. Toyota Gazoo Racing dominates the manufacturers’ championship with a 174-point lead over Hyundai Shell Mobis WRT, fielding five GR Yaris Rally1 cars across most events this season. The battle for the title remains open with four rounds still to go in this 14-rally season.
1Who’s Leading the 2026 WRC Championship Battle?
Elfyn Evans sits atop the drivers’ standings with 123 points, followed by Takamoto Katsuta in second and Oliver Solberg in third at 92 points. Adrien Fourmaux holds fourth place, while Sébastien Ogier trails the leader by 42 points. Toyota commands the manufacturers’ championship with a 174-point margin over Hyundai.
| METRIC | VALUE | SOURCE |
|---|---|---|
| Championship points leader | Elfyn Evans driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Evans total championship points | 123 points | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Second place driver | Takamoto Katsuta driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Third place driver | Oliver Solberg driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Adrien Fourmaux position | 4 rank | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Toyota manufacturers lead | 174 points | Wikipedia |
| Evans championship lead | 30 points | Wikipedia |
| Rounds remaining in season | 4 rallies | Wikipedia |
| Total season rounds | 14 rallies | Wikipedia |
| Ogier championship deficit | 42 points | AutoHebdo F1 |
| WRC2 leader | Roope Korhonen driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Top five driver points spread | 47 points | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Source: AutoHebdo F1 | ||
The current championship standings show Evans and co-driver Scott Martin holding a thirty-point cushion over Sami Pajari and Marko Salminen with four rallies remaining in the season. The top five drivers are separated by just 47 points, making the final rounds tense. Toyota’s five-car strategy has proven effective, with multiple drivers contributing to their commanding lead in the manufacturers’ race. Roope Korhonen currently leads the WRC2 category, while the 2026 schedule features 14 rounds total.
2Which Drivers Have Won Rallies in 2026?
Elfyn Evans dominated Rally Sweden in February 2026, scoring 34 out of 35 possible points and missing the Power Stage win by only 0.07 seconds. Oliver Solberg took victory at Monte Carlo, Thierry Neuville won Portugal by 16.3 seconds ahead of Solberg, and Sami Pajari claimed his maiden WRC win at Rally Estonia.
| METRIC | VALUE | SOURCE |
|---|---|---|
| Rally Sweden winner | Elfyn Evans driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Evans Rally Sweden points | 34 points | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Power Stage margin | 0.07 seconds | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Monte Carlo Rally winner | Oliver Solberg driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Rally Portugal winner | Thierry Neuville driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Neuville winning margin | 16.3 seconds | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Rally Portugal total time | 3:53:01.7 hours | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Rally Estonia winner | Sami Pajari driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Rally Finland round number | 10 round | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Rally Finland location | Jyväskylä city | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Toyota Rally Finland wins | 7 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Evans Rally Finland wins | 2 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Ogier Rally Finland wins | 2 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Katsuta Rally Finland podiums | 2 podiums | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Pajari Rally Finland 2024 result | 4 position | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Source: AutoHebdo F1 | ||
Evans’ near-perfect performance at Rally Sweden demonstrated why he’s leading the championship, collecting maximum points except for that razor-thin Power Stage margin. Neuville’s Portugal win came after 3:53:01.7 hours of racing through challenging rain and mud conditions, with Evans finishing third, 29.1 seconds back. Pajari’s Estonia triumph made him the 17th Finnish driver to win a WRC round, continuing Finland’s rich rallying heritage. Rally Finland, round 10 held in Jyväskylä, represents home territory for Toyota drivers, where the team has claimed seven victories, including two each for Evans and Ogier, while Katsuta has secured two podiums at the venue.
3Who Are Toyota’s Five Rally1 Drivers This Season?
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team fields Elfyn Evans with co-driver Scott Martin, nine-time world champion Sébastien Ogier with Vincent Landais, Takamoto Katsuta with Aaron Johnston, Sami Pajari with Marko Salminen, and 24-year-old Oliver Solberg with Elliott Edmondson. Team principal Jari-Matti Latvala oversees the operation pursuing a fifth consecutive manufacturers’ title.
| METRIC | VALUE | SOURCE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Toyota Rally1 cars | 5 cars | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Toyota driver lineup | Evans, Ogier, Katsuta, Pajari, Solberg drivers | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Oliver Solberg age | 24 years | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Solberg co-driver | Elliott Edmondson co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Evans co-driver | Scott Martin co-driver | AutoHebdo F1 |
| Pajari co-driver | Marko Salminen co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Katsuta co-driver | Aaron Johnston co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Ogier co-driver | Vincent Landais co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Hyundai driver lineup | Neuville, Fourmaux, Lappi drivers | Instagram Hyundai Motorsport |
| Ogier total world titles | 9 championships | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Ogier 2026 events | 10 rallies | AutoHebdo F1 |
| GR Yaris Rally2 entries | 13 cars | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Team principal | Jari-Matti Latvala person | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Toyota consecutive manufacturers titles | 5 championships | Toyota Gazoo Racing |
| Source: Toyota Gazoo Racing | ||
Solberg earned his Rally1 seat after securing the 2025 WRC2 championship in the GR Yaris Rally2, proving himself worthy of the promotion through consistent driver development. Ogier competes in 10 rallies this season rather than a full campaign, bringing his nine world championships worth of experience to key events. Hyundai’s lineup features Neuville, Fourmaux, and Lappi as the main competition to Toyota’s five-car assault. The manufacturer’s GR Yaris Rally2 program has attracted 13 entries, feeding talent into the Rally1 program, while performance data shows Toyota’s strategy of fielding multiple competitive drivers is paying off in both championships.
Complete Data Reference
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| Metric | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Championship points leader | Elfyn Evans driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Evans total championship points | 123 points | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Second place driver | Takamoto Katsuta driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Third place driver | Oliver Solberg driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Adrien Fourmaux position | 4 rank | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Rally Sweden winner | Elfyn Evans driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Evans Rally Sweden points | 34 points | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Power Stage margin | 0.07 seconds | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Monte Carlo Rally winner | Oliver Solberg driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Rally Portugal winner | Thierry Neuville driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Neuville winning margin | 16.3 seconds | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Rally Portugal total time | 3:53:01.7 hours | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Rally Estonia winner | Sami Pajari driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Number of Toyota Rally1 cars | 5 cars | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Toyota driver lineup | Evans, Ogier, Katsuta, Pajari, Solberg drivers | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Oliver Solberg age | 24 years | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Solberg co-driver | Elliott Edmondson co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Evans co-driver | Scott Martin co-driver | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Pajari co-driver | Marko Salminen co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Katsuta co-driver | Aaron Johnston co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Ogier co-driver | Vincent Landais co-driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Hyundai driver lineup | Neuville, Fourmaux, Lappi drivers | Instagram Hyundai Motorsport | 2026 |
| Toyota manufacturers lead | 174 points | Wikipedia | 2026 |
| Evans championship lead | 30 points | Wikipedia | 2026 |
| Rounds remaining in season | 4 rallies | Wikipedia | 2026 |
| Total season rounds | 14 rallies | Wikipedia | 2026 |
| Rally Finland round number | 10 round | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Rally Finland location | Jyväskylä city | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Toyota Rally Finland wins | 7 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Evans Rally Finland wins | 2 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Ogier Rally Finland wins | 2 victories | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Ogier total world titles | 9 championships | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Ogier 2026 events | 10 rallies | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Ogier championship deficit | 42 points | AutoHebdo F1 | 2026 |
| Katsuta Rally Finland podiums | 2 podiums | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Pajari Rally Finland 2024 result | 4 position | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2024 |
| GR Yaris Rally2 entries | 13 cars | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| WRC2 leader | Roope Korhonen driver | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Team principal | Jari-Matti Latvala person | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Top five driver points spread | 47 points | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2026 |
| Toyota consecutive manufacturers titles | 5 championships | Toyota Gazoo Racing | 2025 |
Methodology
Data reflects championship standings through Rally Portugal (round 6 of 2026 season). Final season results may differ as four rounds remain. Historical comparisons limited to officially published Toyota Gazoo Racing and FIA WRC records. Some driver statistics may be updated after publication as the season progresses.
- Sources consulted: 10
- Sources cited: 5
- Data range: February 2026 – August 2026
- Freshness: 9 current-year, 1 last-year, 0 older
- Update schedule: Quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading the 2026 WRC championship right now?
Elfyn Evans sits at the top of the 2026 WRC standings with 123 points after Rally Portugal, holding a 12-point gap over Takamoto Katsuta in second place. Evans has been incredibly steady this season, racking up 15 stage wins along with multiple podium finishes that have kept him ahead of the competition. [AutoHebdo F1]
Which drivers are racing for Toyota in the 2026 WRC season?
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team fields five GR Yaris Rally1 cars on most 2026 WRC events. Their driver lineup includes Elfyn Evans, eight-time champion Sébastien Ogier, Takamoto Katsuta, rising star Sami Pajari, and Oliver Solberg who earned his promotion after winning the 2025 WRC2 title. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
How dominant was Elfyn Evans at Rally Sweden 2026?
Evans put on a masterclass at Rally Sweden in February 2026, scoring 34 out of 35 possible points. He won the rally and collected bonus points, missing only the Power Stage victory by a razor-thin margin of seven hundredths of a second. This performance showed just how strong Evans has been this season. [AutoHebdo F1]
What makes Sami Pajari a driver to watch in 2026?
Sami Pajari made history by becoming the 17th Finnish driver to win a WRC round when he took victory at Rally Estonia in 2026. This win showed that the young Finn has what it takes to compete at the highest level, and he’s been a strong performer throughout the season in his Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 car. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
How is Toyota performing in the manufacturers championship?
Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT holds a commanding 174-point lead over Hyundai Shell Mobis WRT in the 2026 manufacturers’ championship. This huge gap shows how well Toyota’s five-car strategy is working, with multiple drivers contributing points throughout the season and keeping the team far ahead of their rivals. [Wikipedia]
What’s the story behind Oliver Solberg’s 2026 season?
Oliver Solberg earned his spot in Rally1 machinery after securing the 2025 WRC2 championship driving the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2. He’s made the most of this opportunity, currently sitting third in the championship with 92 points and even finishing second at Rally Portugal, just 16.3 seconds behind winner Thierry Neuville. [Toyota Gazoo Racing]
Who won Rally Portugal and how close was the finish?
Thierry Neuville took victory at the 2026 Rally of Portugal, finishing 16.3 seconds ahead of Oliver Solberg and 29.1 seconds ahead of championship leader Elfyn Evans. The rally was tough, with rain and mud creating challenging conditions that tested every driver’s skill and determination throughout the event. [AutoHebdo F1]
What’s the championship situation heading into the final rounds?
With four rounds remaining in the 2026 season, Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin hold a thirty-point lead over Sami Pajari and Marko Salminen in the drivers’ and co-drivers’ championship. This gap gives Evans some breathing room, but there’s still plenty of racing left where anything can happen. [Wikipedia]
Sources & References
- AutoHebdo F1. “WRC 2026 Championship Standings After Rally of Portugal.” https://www.autohebdof1.com/news/rally/wrc/WRC-2026-championship-standings-after-the-Rally-of-Portugal.html. Accessed 2026-08-13.
- Toyota Gazoo Racing. “2026 WRC Driver Line-up Announcement.” https://tgr-europe-newsroom.com/blog/wrc/artikel/2026-wrc-driver-line-up-announcement/text. Accessed 2026-08-13.
- AutoHebdo F1. “WRC 2026 Championship Standings.” https://www.autohebdof1.com/news/rally/wrc/WRC-2026-championship-standings.html. Accessed 2026-08-13.
- Toyota Gazoo Racing. “WRC Round 10 Preview.” https://toyotagazooracing.com/wrc/release/2026/rd10-preview/. Accessed 2026-08-13.
- Wikipedia. “2026 World Rally Championship.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_World_Rally_Championship. Accessed 2026-08-13.
Last updated: August 13, 2026
