Didier Auriol WRC driver victories
Montpellier, 1958
The WRC driver Didier Auriol was born in Montpellier (France) in 1958 (66 years old).
Didier Auriol Championships
1994 
Toyota Celica GTFour Didier Auriol has won 1 champinships of the World Rally Championship.
Didier Auriol WRC rally victories
| 1988 |
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Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Tue 3rd - Fri 6th May
|
| 1989 |
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Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Sun 23rd - Wed 26th Apr
|
| 1990 |
Rallye de Monte-Carlo
(Tarmac/snow)
Fri 19th - Thu 25th Jan
|
|
Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Sun 6th - Wed 9th May
|
Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Sun 14th - Thu 18th Oct
|
| 1991 |
|
Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Sun 13th - Thu 17th Oct
|
| 1992 |
|
Rallye de Monte-Carlo
(Tarmac/snow)
Thu 23rd - Wed 29th Jan
|
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Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Sun 3rd - Wed 6th May
|
Acropolis Rally of Greece
(Gravel)
Sun 31st May - Wed 3rd Jun
|
Rally Argentina
(Gravel)
Wed 22nd - Sat 25th Jul
|
Rally Finland
(Gravel)
Thu 27th - Sun 30th Aug
|
Rally Australia
(Gravel)
Sat 19th - Tue 22nd Sep
|
| 1993 |
|
Rallye de Monte-Carlo
(Tarmac/snow)
Thu 21st - Wed 27th Jan
|
| 1994 |
|
Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Thu 5th - Sat 7th May
|
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Rally Argentina
(Gravel)
Thu 30th Jun - Sat 2nd Jul
|
|
Rallye Sanremo
(Tarmac/gravel)
Sun 9th - Wed 12th Oct
|
| 1995 |
|
Tour de Corse
(Tarmac)
Wed 3rd - Fri 5th May
|
| 1998 |
Rally Catalunya
(Tarmac)
Sun 19th - Wed 22nd Apr
|
| 1999 |
Rally China
(Gravel)
Fri 17th - Sun 19th Sep
|
| 2001 |
|
Rally Catalunya
(Tarmac)
Thu 22nd - Sun 25th Mar
|
How many rallies has Didier Auriol won and on what surface?
Didier Auriol has won 20 rallies of the World Rally Championship:
- 8 on tarmac.
- 6 on gravel.
- 3 on tarmac/gravel.
- 3 on tarmac/snow.
What is the rally that Didier Auriol has won the most times?
| 6 | Tour de Corse (Tarmac) |
| 3 | Rallye de Monte-Carlo (Tarmac/snow) |
| 3 | Rallye Sanremo (Tarmac/gravel) |
| 2 | Rally Argentina (Gravel) |
| 2 | Rally Catalunya (Tarmac) |
| 1 | Acropolis Rally of Greece (Gravel) |
| 1 | Rally Australia (Gravel) |
| 1 | Rally Finland (Gravel) |
| 1 | Rally China (Gravel) |
Didier Auriol biography in rallies
Born in France, Auriol's rallying career began in the early 1980s and flourished throughout the 1990s, marking him as one of the sport's most successful and respected drivers.
Auriol's career took off with the Lancia team, driving the legendary Lancia Delta Integrale. This car, renowned for its powerful engine and advanced four-wheel-drive system, was instrumental in many of his early successes. With Lancia, Auriol secured numerous victories, including his first WRC win at the 1988 Tour de Corse. His prowess on the twisty, demanding roads of Corsica earned him further wins there in 1989 and 1990, solidifying his reputation as a master of tarmac rallies.
In the early 1990s, Auriol moved to the Toyota Team Europe, driving the Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST185). This period marked the peak of his career, with the Celica GT-Four becoming synonymous with his success. Auriol's driving style, characterized by precision and smoothness, perfectly complemented the car's capabilities. He demonstrated his versatility by winning on various surfaces, including gravel and snow, showcasing his adaptability and skill.
Auriol's crowning achievement came in 1994 when he won the WRC Drivers' Championship. His championship-winning season was marked by six rally victories, including triumphs at the Monte Carlo Rally, Rally Argentina, and Rally Australia. This remarkable performance underscored his consistency and ability to dominate the competition.
Throughout his career, Auriol also drove for other prominent teams, including Subaru and Peugeot. With Subaru, he piloted the iconic Subaru Impreza 555, adding further victories to his tally. His time with Peugeot saw him behind the wheel of the Peugeot 206 WRC, where he continued to compete at a high level and achieved notable results.
Auriol's driving style was defined by his meticulous approach and exceptional car control. He was known for his ability to maintain high speeds while minimizing risks, a skill that allowed him to excel on the diverse and challenging stages of the WRC. His smooth and calculated driving made him a formidable competitor in all conditions, from the icy roads of Sweden to the rugged terrain of Africa.
Didier Auriol remains a legendary figure in the World Rally Championship, celebrated for his victories, his associations with iconic teams and cars, and his distinctive driving style. His career is a testament to his talent, versatility, and enduring impact on the sport of rallying.
Contemporary competitors of Didier Auriol
Didier Auriol coincided in WRC rallies with drivers like Carlos Sainz, Tommi Mäkinen, Colin McRae, François Delecour, Juha Kankkunen, Ian Duncan and other grat rally drivers.
