An impressive debut for Rafaela Barbosa
A regular in the Portuguese Rallycross Championship, Rafaela Barbosa had the chance to test herself against some of Europe’s top Open 2WD specialists during the inaugural round of the RallyX series at the end of March. Armed only with a modest Citroën Saxo VTS, the young driver made her presence felt on home soil in […]
Jason Bleasdale wants to confirm in Valkenswaard
With a podium finish and two final appearances under his belt, Jason Bleasdale made a strong impression during the Portuguese round of the RallyX series. While the driver of the spectacular Vauxhall VX220 has established himself as a reference in the UK over recent seasons, Bleasdale made a major impact at Montalegre. Claiming a podium […]
High drama unfolds at Montalegre
The Portuguese circuit of Montalegre was packed with over 10,000 spectators – and they weren’t disappointed. The second day of the 2025 season provided non-stop action. Open 4WD Pro // Nathan Ottink escapes the chaos Despite topping all three qualifying sessions with the fastest times, Tommi Hallman failed to make it into the final Top […]
An exceptional opening day in Montalegre
With no fewer than eight finals on the schedule, the first of two races at Montalegre’s season-opening event kept fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Open 4WD Pro // Ulrik Linnemann Unstoppable After winning all three qualifying heats, Ulrik Linnemann and his VW Polo asserted their dominance in emphatic fashion. […]
Simon Tiger: “It’s like being swarmed by mosquitoes”
While Simon Tiger is naturally among the favorites to win this weekend in Portugal, the Swedish driver admits that the front-wheel-drive Open 2WD cars are giving him more trouble than expected. After winning Q1 and then settling for fourth in Q2, Tiger currently sits second in the intermediate standings, just behind Viktor Johansson. The Super1600 […]
Viktor Johansson banking on stability and reliability
Crowned RallyX Open 2WD champion in 2022, Viktor Johansson and his hybrid Mercedes E90 have spent the past two seasons in the shadow of Simon Tiger and his dominant BMW M3. But that hasn’t dampened Johansson’s determination as he prepares to return to action at Montalegre this weekend with serious ambitions. Despite collecting three wins […]
Rafaela Barbosa: The next generation is here
The only female driver currently entered in the RallyX Portugal event in Montalegre, Rafaela Barbosa wasn’t about to miss the opportunity to line up in the Open 2WD category behind the wheel of her Citroën Saxo VTS. The daughter of multiple Portuguese Rallycross champion and former FIA European Championship contender Mário Barbosa, Rafaela will take […]
Terpereau and De Ferrier team up for Montalegre
With the start of the RallyX series fast approaching, Jimmy Terpereau and Arnaud De Ferrier have confirmed their participation in the competition. While the former French Super1600 champion is concentrating on a full season in the Portuguese championship for 2025, he will nevertheless be competing in the Montalegre event, scheduled for 29-30 March. For this […]
Jason Bleasdale approaches Open 2WD with no pressure
Three-time British Rallycross Champion and a former leading figure in freestyle jet skiing, Jason Bleasdale is about to step into a whole new competitive arena in the coming weeks. Behind the wheel of his eye-catching Vauxhall VX220, he will be showcasing his driving skills with a full season’s programme in the RallyX South championship. He […]
Tom Geenen joins RallyX South with his Volvo S40
A former occasional competitor in the FIA European Rallycross Championship in the mid-2000s, Tom Geenen has decided to bet on the Open 2WD category. Coming from the Belgian championship, the Hoogstraten native will take on a full season in RallyX South. After finishing sixth in his national championship last season, Tom Geenen is finally set […]