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Turbocharged Thrills: Cavendish Takes the Ride of a Lifetime with Rally Legend Ogier

September 6, 2024 Catherine Williams News
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  • "It was one of the best experiences I've ever had," Cavendish exclaimed.
Original source: cyclowired.jp

Mark Cavendish Takes on the WRC: A Thrilling Experience

Mark Cavendish (Great Britain, Astana Kazakhstan) alongside top WRC drivers. Photo: WRC – FIA World Rally Championship

Mark Cavendish, a renowned British cyclist with 35 Tour de France stage wins under his belt, recently paid a visit to the Acropolis Rally of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) in Greece. On September 4, the day before the rally’s opening day, Cavendish embarked on a thrilling adventure, cycling through the picturesque Greek countryside with top drivers Sébastien Ogier (France) and Dani Sordo (Spain). He then took the navigator seat of a rally car for a shakedown run with Ogier at the wheel.

“It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had,” Cavendish exclaimed. “Riding alongside the best racing driver in the world at full speed was incredible. Cyclists think they could do the Tour de France, and car drivers think they could drive a rally car, but when you experience it for yourself, you realize they’re completely different. Both sports share a common thread, though – they’re supported by fans along the roadside, who get to be as close as possible to the action. It’s special, and you have to be humble; it’s real in sport.”

Ogier, who rode with Cavendish, shared his thoughts on the experience: “It was a great experience. I love sharing experiences with athletes from other sports. This time, it was a road racing legend, and the record he set was incredible. My legs are a little sore today, but I think Mark’s heart is still pounding in his chest.”

Thierry Neuville and Cav
Thierry Neuville and Cav. Photo: WRC – FIA World Rally Championship
Mark Cavendish driving with WRC drivers on a Greek countryside road
Mark Cavendish driving with WRC drivers on a Greek countryside road (Astana, Great Britain). Photo: WRC – FIA World Rally Championship
Tired drivers and a non-tired Mark Cavendish
Tired drivers and a non-tired Mark Cavendish (Great Britain, Astana Kazakhstan). Photo: WRC – FIA World Rally Championship
Cavendish racing with Sebastien Ogier
Cavendish racing with Sebastien Ogier (France). Photo: WRC – FIA World Rally Championship

The Acropolis Rally has just kicked off, with Ogier, currently second in the overall annual rankings, setting the fastest time in SS1. Cavendish, who has not participated in any races since the Tour de France, has an undecided schedule. He plans to conclude his illustrious career by racing in the Singapore Criterium and Saitama Criterium of the Tour de France.

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