In a candid interview, Adrien Fourmaux, the leader of the Hyundai rally team, shared his frustrations over the team's disappointing results this season. The 30-year-old French driver reflected on his past successes with M-Sport Ford, where he secured five podium finishes in his second year. However, his transition to Hyundai has not met his expectations as the team's overall results have faltered, particularly in comparison to dominant Toyota performances.

Fourmaux’s expectations were high when he joined Hyundai, especially after the team's previous successes with Thierry Neuville, who had just won the championship and competed fiercely for the manufacturers' title. Yet, Fourmaux noted that things took a downturn almost immediately after his switch. While he achieved three third-place finishes in the current season and ended with a second place at the Saudi Arabian rally, the team has struggled to find their competitive edge this year.

Last season, Ott Tänak was Hyundai's top driver, finishing fourth in the overall standings of the World Rally Championship. However, he took a break from his career, highlighting the difficulties faced within the team. Fourmaux remains optimistic, hoping for significant victories in the future, despite the team's current challenges and the tough competition from Toyota.