Oliver Solberg Makes History with Stunning Monte Carlo Rally Victory

Oliver Solberg triumphed in the Monte Carlo Rally, becoming the youngest winner in its championship history. The 24-year-old led a Toyota one-two-three, with Elfyn Evans and Sebastien Ogier following. Solberg's victory marked his first rally win on Tarmac, concluding a challenging debut in the prestigious event.

In a thrilling start to the season, Sweden's Oliver Solberg claimed a historic victory at the Monte Carlo Rally. As Toyota dominated with a one-two-three finish, Solberg became the youngest winner of the event in the championship era.

Solberg, the 24-year-old son of Norway's 2003 world champion Petter, finished strong, leaving Welsh teammate Elfyn Evans trailing by 51.8 seconds. The reigning nine-times world champion Sebastien Ogier came in third, a minute and 10 seconds behind the young victor.

"This was the most difficult rally I've done in my life," Solberg admitted, acknowledging the challenges of his first rally on Tarmac. However, the effort paid off, as he emerged triumphant in one of motorsport's most prestigious events.