22 of the best pilots of all time and the world’s main carmakers. Idols of generations, champions of royal tracks. Russians and the whole world are waiting for the legendary racing weekend. On November 27, the Sochi Autodrome will host the FIA World Touring Car Cup. 2 free practices, qualification and 2 races. FIA WTCR Race of Russia is a real gift to all motorsport lovers. FIA WTCR is the highest class of touring car competition. Sedans and hatchbacks with front-wheel drive participate in the races. Each race is unpredictable, any participant can win. Competitions give unique emotions to both spectators and pilots, Izvestia TV channel reports.
Among the drivers of the championship are the legends of the world motorsport.
For example, the Italian Gabriele Tarquini won the prestigious national championships, was the European champion. And he took part in Formula 1 races. But he gained real fame just in the FIA World Touring Car Cup. In 2003 Gabriele became the champion. And since then he is considered one of the favorites of the championship, regularly finishing in the points zone.
Frenchman Ivan Müller is a multiple racing champion who held the championship in 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2013. By the way, Ivan came to motorsport, inspired by the example of his older sister. But, in the end, he surpassed a relative in achievements.
Briton Robert Huff – at one time was one of the most successful newcomers to the championship, having declared champion ambitions from the first races. He performed with Müller, helping him to win the championship. He himself also became the winners of the series in 2012.
It will be possible to see legends in action at the end of autumn. The FIA World Touring Car Cup kicks off in Sochi on November 27.
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