Alejandro Cachón and co-driver Borja Rozada showcased their dominance once again, guiding their Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 to the top of the podium at the 59th RallyRACC Catalunya-Costa Daurada. This victory marks the third win for Cachón and the Toyota GAZOO Racing Spain team, solidifying their position at the top of the standings in the Spanish Rally Superchampionship (S-CER). With just one round remaining in the championship, Cachón now stands on the brink of securing the season title.
Tough breaks for rivals create opportunity for Cachón
The Teo Martín Motorsport duo started the rally with the morning lead, placing them in a strong position to clinch the championship early. However, the rally took an unexpected turn as several key contenders were forced to retire. José Antonio Suárez/Alberto Iglesias, Pepe López/David Vázquez, and Diego Domínguez/Rogelio Peñate—who had set the fastest time in the Qualifying Timed Section—all faced last-minute misfortunes, effectively ruling them out of the title fight.
Taking full advantage of the situation, Diego Ruiloba/Ángel Vela staged a stunning comeback in their Citroën C3 Rally2 after suffering a puncture in the first stage. The duo recovered to finish second overall and claimed their first TC Plus victory at midday. With these crucial points, Ruiloba/Vela remain in the hunt for the championship, which will now be decided in the Rallye Ciudad de Pozoblanco.
Podium battles: Solans makes an impact, Pardo shines for Recalvi
Nil Solans and co-driver Marc Martí, returning to the S-CER in a Hyundai i20N Rally2, made impressive strides in the latter stages of the rally to secure third place. Their podium finish not only bolstered Hyundai’s campaign but also highlighted their competitive form in their first S-CER appearance this season.
The intense battle for third included Javier Pardo/David de la Puente of the Recalvi Team, who delivered a strong performance until a collision halted their charge. While the incident ended their teammates’ title hopes, Škoda remains focused on clinching its second manufacturers’ crown.
Membrado shines at 16 years old, Mauro dominates gravel rally cup
In a remarkable display of skill, 16-year-old Gil Membrado achieved his best-ever result in the S-CER, finishing fifth overall with co-driver ‘Jandrín’ López in a Past-Racing Ford Fiesta Rally2. Membrado’s performance signals a bright future for the young talent.
Meanwhile, Alejandro Mauro and Adrián Pérez took sixth place overall and finished first among CERT-Rallycar (Spanish Gravel Rally Cup) contenders, representing MAPO Motorsport. Following them, Sergi Pérez/Axel Coronado placed seventh in their Hyundai i20N Rally2 at their home rally, ahead of José Luis Peláez/Alberto Chamorro.
Bulacia leads the Toyota GAZOO Racing Iberian Cup
On the gravel stages, Bruno Bulacia/Gabriel Morales continued their dominance in the Toyota GAZOO Racing Iberian Cup. Driving for the Motor&Sport Institute (MSI) team, Bulacia and Morales extended their lead in the championship ahead of the final Portuguese round on the calendar.
De la Dehesa’s triple triumph in Peugeot Competitions
It was another outstanding weekend for Unai de la Dehesa and co-driver Daniel Sosa, who completed a spectacular triple crown by winning the Peugeot Rally Cup Ibérica, the Peugeot Challenge, and the Rally Team Spain Junior Scholarship. Their consistent performances throughout the season solidified their status as one of the most promising rally teams in Spain.
Nualart and Iriondo shine in Clio Trophy Spain Gravel
The Clio Trophy Spain Gravel also reached its climax at RallyRACC Catalunya. Jordi Nualart/Borja Odriozola claimed their first victory in the series, while Aritz Iriondo/Joseba Sánchez secured the overall title by finishing second.
In the junior division, the French duo of Alexandre Villiot/Maelle Casays clinched the title with a third-place finish, capping off an exciting weekend for the Renault-backed competition.
Championship showdown set for Pozoblanco
The 59th RallyRACC Catalunya-Costa Daurada set the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the S-CER season. With the championship title still up for grabs, all eyes now turn to the XI Rallye Ciudad de Pozoblanco (16-17 November), where the final points will be fought over. Alejandro Cachón has put himself in a prime position to claim the championship, but rivals like Diego Ruiloba will be aiming to mount one last challenge.
Stay tuned for the season finale as the best rally teams in Spain battle it out for supremacy—on HHRally.com.
