Yvan Muller’s goal is to finish and have fun

Yvan Muller may have set the third fastest time in the recce, but the two-time BTCC champ and 2008 WTCC champion isn’t setting any hefty goals for the Rallye de France.

Speaking at the official press conference, Yvan was very circumspect about his weekend’s objectives.

“This is my very first time at WRC level and I feel quite bad! I spent a lot of energy during the recce but I feel pleased to be here. It’s a home rally but there is no circuit in the area! Why am I here? Well, I have decided that this was the moment. I have always said I would try one day.”

Asked about how helpful it is having a team-mate as experienced as 2003 WRC champion Petter Solberg, Yvan responded:

“Petter is a great help and gives me a lot of advice, but even too much! I can’t listen to all of it. I imagine that the difference between circuits and rallies is the same one you find between football and rugby.”

“My target here is to finish the rally, have experience and fun. I have no ambition for results.”