'There were a lot of logistical challenges and emotional challenges.' Thierry Neuville leading after the first day in Croatia is a “small sign of light” for the Hyundai WRC squad, according to team principal Cyril Abiteboul:
“It is a small sign of light and a welcome one because the whole team has had to put in a big effort to be here,” Abiteboul told Autosport when asked to reflect on the day.
“We feel the car in still a bit behind on tarmac conditions so that must be, when the time comes, a direction for the future for what we need to do. “As for Esapekka there has been some interesting moments he has been a bit up and down. It is a rally he doesn’t know that well and it think it is fair to say we were expecting something better this afternoon than this morning and that is what he did.”Photo by: Austral / Hyundai Motorsport
“I’m happy to be in the lead at the end of the day and it is the best result we could expect after the tough days we have had as a team,” said Neuville.
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