Fourmaux: I deserved more in Japan, but I'm relieved it's over

Hyundai's current leading driver Adrien Fourmaux acknowledges that the Japan rally stage didn't go his way. While he has complained less than his teammate Thierry Neuville, he admits he expected better results.

Hyundai's rally team leading driver Adrien Fourmaux has made clear that the Japan stage did not unfold as he hoped, and the end of the stage brought considerable relief.

While the French rally driver has been far more restrained than his teammate Thierry Neuville, who has spoken publicly about his disappointment on several occasions, Fourmaux similarly acknowledges that he expected better results for himself in Japan.

Fourmaux has emerged as Hyundai's de facto leader this season, but the Japan stage proved more difficult than anticipated. Known in the rallying world as one of the fastest and most promising drivers, he is hoping to finish the season on a positive note in the remaining stages.

Tensions within the Hyundai team have risen in the final stages of the season, as the title fight remains wide open. Neuville and Fourmaux must work closely together to secure the best possible result for the team, despite their personal ambitions.