Creighton Set For Rally Sweden After Lima Test

William Creighton and Liam Regan marked a significant milestone today as they completed their inaugural test session in the Ford Fiesta Rally2. The test, conducted under perfect conditions, sets the stage for their upcoming participation in Rally Sweden next week.

With Rally Sweden on the horizon, Creighton and Regan are gearing up for a competitive showing in the snow-covered stages. The test session served as a crucial step in their preparation, instilling confidence in their ability to tackle the unique demands of the Swedish rally.

The Irish crew supported by M-Sport and the Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy, will make their WRC2 debut in a Ford Fiesta Rally2 in Sweden as a result of their victory in Junior WRC in 2023. Claiming the Junior category win in Sweden last year, Creighton will carry this experience with him as he embarks on his first WRC2 appearance on snow and ice.

William Creighton:

“I’ve competed in Lima a couple of times and I’ve always found it really beneficial to prepare before heading to Rally Sweden. I think it’s even more important this year as I step into the challenges the WRC2 category will bring with this new car, so I’m really happy to have this opportunity thanks to the MI Rally Academy. I’ve always enjoyed driving on the snow and we had good pace in Sweden last year. The aim is to get comfortable with the car and Lima presents a great opportunity to do that.

“I’m really happy to have a full WRC2 programme planned with the support of the MI Rally Academy and to have the opportunity to work with everyone at M-Sport. Liam and I have spent a week with the team at Dovenby Hall, which has allowed us to work with the mechanics and engineers so that we are well prepared for Lima & Rally Sweden.

“Participating in Junior WRC gave me great experience to build my pace in Sweden, which makes this transition to the WRC2 category much more manageable. The competition is so strong in WRC2 so I have to focus on my own event and making the step up before I look at the others!”

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