Dani knows more than othersDani Sordo will have an advantage over his Citroën Sport teammate
Sebastien Loeb during the upcoming Rally Portugal. The Spaniard has the experience of knowing the track outlines, as he raced on them twice over the last two years.
Following
his podium-shy finish in Mexico, Sordo will be using his knowledge of the Portuguese stages and the confidence he has in the Citroën C4 in his attempt to reach the podium for a second time this season.
What is your analysis of your performance in Mexico?
"In addition to the fact that I finished fourth, I principally recall the times I set on those stages on which I was only competing for the second time. Compared with 2006, the gap compared with the fastest drivers was considerably smaller. My notes and feeling were also better. That enabled me to mix it with the top crews and I finished just short of the podium. The result was good for my confidence, but I always knew I would feel more comfortable on gravel than I did on snow ."
The C4 WRC seems to suit your style…
"The C4 gives you confidence.
For example, you can push hard through the faster portions with a completely free mind and without fear of being caught out by an unexpected reaction. The new car is less pointy than the Xsara; it's more progressive and more comfortable. Marc and I thoroughly enjoyed the stages in Mexico."
You have already contested the Rally de Portugal twice. What can you tell us about it?
"It's true that I have a little more experience of an event than the others for once. This rally is essentially a concentrate of all the other WRC rounds, with a mix of fast and slower portions. It can also be rough in a few places, while the stages range from wide to narrow and the surface can be both sandy and hard-packed. It's a terrific event and relatively easy to note because there are no major hazards."
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