The action began in Maspalomas at 8:20 AM, with a 13-kilometer downhill section that tested participants' skills from the outset. The Arucas-Firgas-Teror stage, known for its complexity and constant changes in pace, has also been a highlight, especially due to the damp road conditions after rainfall in the area.
Drivers are facing challenging conditions, with wet roads in some sections, which has impacted their times. The Canarian fans have turned out in large numbers, lining the roadsides to witness the world championship event.
“"Yesterday we were competitive, today we are not. It's strange, but it's okay, we are here racing"
In the overall standings, a French driver maintains the lead, closely followed by a Swedish driver and a British driver. In the WRC2 category, the competition is also fierce, with a French driver at the forefront and a Spanish driver performing well in the initial stages.
The day will conclude with the Moya - Gáldar stage, expected to finish around 5:21 PM, after two runs through each of the day's three timed sections. The tire choice, predominantly hard compounds, could change at the 'Service Park' at midday, depending on how conditions evolve.
