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2001 Rally Catalunya
Key Concepts
World Rally Championship (WRC): The top-tier international rally championship organized by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA).
Rally Catalunya: A round of the WRC held in Montmeló, Spain.
Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya: The circuit that hosts the Rally Catalunya.
Technical Details
The 2001 Rally Catalunya featured a total of 34 stages, covering a distance of 1,050.49 kilometers (651.48 miles). The event was won by Tommi Mäkinen driving a Ford Focus RS WRC, with Colin McRae finishing second in a Subaru Impreza WRC.
Applications/Uses
WRC: The Rally Catalunya is an important event on the WRC calendar.
Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya: The circuit hosts various racing events throughout the year, including the Formula One Spanish Grand Prix and the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix.
Impact/Significance
The 2001 Rally Catalunya had a significant impact on the world of rallying. Tommi Mäkinen's victory marked his second WRC title in three years, solidifying his position as one of the top drivers in the sport.
Related Topics
Rallying: The art of navigating through challenging terrain in a car.
World Rally Championship (WRC): The top-tier international rally championship organized by the FIA.
Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya: The circuit that hosts the Rally Catalunya.
References & Further Reading
Related Topics
The Rally Catalunya is one of the oldest events on the WRC calendar, dating back to 1974. The first rally was won by Hannu Mikkola, driving a Toyota Corolla. Over the years, the event has undergone several changes in terms of format and location. In 2001, the event was held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the fourth time.
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