Ogier Crowned Nine-Time WRC Champion As Neuville Wins Saudi Arabia Finale

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Ogier Crowned Nine-Time WRC Champion As Neuville Wins Saudi Arabia Finale
By Kurhula David Ngobeni November 30, 2025 4 Mins read
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Ogier Equals Loeb’s Record With Ninth World Title
Sébastien Ogier has officially cemented his place in rallying history, claiming a ninth FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) title on Saturday afternoon* as the curtain fell on a dramatic 2025 season at Rally Saudi Arabia.
Competitor are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 29,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
The French superstar now stands shoulder-to-shoulder with compatriot Sébastien Loeb, tying the all-time record for most championship wins. The triumph also marks a maiden world title for co-driver Vincent Landais, who joined Ogier late in 2022 and has since helped forge one of the sport’s most formidable pairings.
Sebastien Ogier (FRA) Vincent Landais (FRA) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 29,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
A Final-Day Charge That Defined the Championship
Ogier began the final three-stage shootout holding a provisional two-point advantage over Toyota Gazoo Racing teammate Elfyn Evans. With the Welshman only one position behind, the margin for error was razor-thin.
Elfyn Evans (GB) Scott Martin (GB) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 28,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
But on the penultimate Asfan stage, Ogier delivered when it mattered most. Surging from sixth to third overall, he seized control of the championship battle as chaos unfolded around him:
Overnight leader Mārtiņš Sesks and defending champion Kalle Rovanperä were forced to stop for wheel changes.
Takamoto Katsuta rolled his GR Yaris Rally1.
Evans also climbed the order, but not enough to overturn the deficit.
Kalle Rovanperä (FIN) Jonne Halttunen (FIN) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 28,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
A calm, measured run through the Wolf Power Stage secured Ogier’s crown by just four points — one of the closest finishes in recent memory.
“What a season, that’s for sure. What a fight with Elfyn and Scott… They’ve been super strong, pushing us to the limit up to the very last stage.”
Ogier said
Competing only part-time, Ogier and Landais’ 2025 season was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite missing three rallies, they won more than half their starts and recorded the most stage victories of any crew.
Kalle Rovanperä (FIN) Jonne Halttunen (FIN) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 28,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
Neuville Takes Rally Win Amid Hyundai 1–2
While the headlines focused on the championship showdown, Thierry Neuville produced a superb performance to clinch his first rally victory of the season.
Thierry Neuville (BEL) and Martijn Wydaeghe (BEL) of team HYUNDAI SHELL MOBIS WORLD RALLY TEAM are seen performing during stop 14 of the World Rally Championship in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 27, 2025. Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
The Belgian steered his Hyundai i20 N Rally1 to a 54.7-second win, overcoming persistent damper issues in the closing kilometres.
“It has been a super tough season, but to finish with an unexpected victory is obviously a great feeling,” .
Neuville reflected
Adrien Fourmaux completed a Hyundai 1–2, though the Frenchman was left wondering what might have been — a one-minute penalty for an early check-in on Friday costing him a potential maiden WRC win.
Adrien Fourmaux (FRA) Alexandre Coria (FRA) Of team HYUNDAI SHELL MOBIS WORLD RALLY TEAM are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 28,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
Standout Performances and Final Classification
Sami Pajari recovered from a Friday wheel change to secure fourth place, while Katsuta brought home a battered Toyota for fifth. Evans and Rovanperä followed in sixth and seventh.
Sebastien Ogier (FRA) and Vincent Landais (FRA) of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during stop 14 of the World Rally Championship in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 27, 2025. Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
One of the rally’s biggest stories remained Mārtiņš Sesks. The M-Sport Ford talent led heading into the final day, won five stages, and looked poised for a fairytale finish before double punctures ended his hopes. He retired before the final stage, elevating teammates Grégoire Munster and Josh McErlean into the top 10, alongside Oliver Solberg.
Sebastien Ogier (FRA) Vincent Landais (FRA) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT celebrate World rally championship 2025 title during the World Rally Championship Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 29,November. 2025 Photo By Jaanus Ree for Red Bull Content Pool
Rally Saudi Arabia — Final Results
T Neuville / M Wydaeghe – Hyundai i20 N Rally1 – 3h 21m 17.3s
A Fourmaux / A Coria – Hyundai i20 N Rally1 – +54.7s
S Ogier / V Landais – Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 – +1m03.3s
S Pajari / M Salminen – Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 – +1m51.7s
T Katsuta / A Johnston – Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 – +1m59.9s
E Evans / S Martin – Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 – +3m43.9s
Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaghe – Rally Saudi Arabia 2025 Photo By WRC Promoter GmbH for Red Bull Content Pool
2025 WRC Drivers’ Championship (Final)
S Ogier – 293 pts
E Evans – 289 pts
K Rovanperä – 256 pts
What’s Next for WRC?
The FIA World Rally Championship returns in 2026, kicking off with the legendary Rallye Monte-Carlo from 22–25 January. With multiple contenders rising and new storylines emerging, the season promises even more intensity across 14 global events.
For more on the WRC and full standings, visit the official championship website at wrc.com.
*Subject to FIA confirmation of results.
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