Solberg Pressures Evans in Sardinia Rally

Oliver Solberg has taken the lead in the Sardinia Rally after three speed tests on Saturday, creating a tense championship situation. The Norwegian-Swedish driver needs to gain 21 points on championship leader Elfyn Evans to secure the title, with three drivers still in contention for the world championship.

Evans currently sits in sixth place after three of Saturday's six speed tests, while Solberg has won two of three morning tests. The winner of the Sardinia Rally receives 25 points, with bonus points available for winning Sunday's stages and the final speed test, making the title race increasingly competitive as the event approaches its conclusion. macnevers-and-co.beer