The Sesks/Francis crew will compete in four upcoming WRC rounds following the Greek rally, including events in Estonia (July 16–19), Finland (July 30–August 2), and Italy (October 1–4). This follows a season marked by high speeds but interrupted by technical and tire-related issues in Sweden and Saudi Arabia.
What is the upcoming WRC schedule for Sesks and Francis?
Following the current event in Greece, the crew has a dense schedule of international rallies. According to official event programming, the team will head to Estonia from July 16 to July 19. This will be followed by a trip to Finland for the July 30 to August 2 window.
The autumn schedule includes a round in Italy from October 1 to October 4. There is also a possibility of a final appearance in Saudi Arabia between November 11 and November 14. For fans following the current Greek stages, the schedule includes a Thursday start at 19:05, Friday at 08:50, Saturday at 07:55, and Sunday at 08:30.
Live coverage of the current proceedings is available via the Go3 Sport 1 channel. The competition structure features a short two-kilometer sprint on Thursday, followed by six stages on both Friday and Saturday, and a concluding four stages on Sunday.
How has the crew’s performance evolved this season?
The crew’s 2024 campaign has been characterized by a struggle to balance raw speed with mechanical reliability. While the team has shown they can compete with the top tier, technical failures have frequently prevented higher finishes.
A comparison of their recent results highlights this inconsistency:
- Sweden: No competitive result due to tire failures and technical issues.
- Portugal: A ninth-place finish.
- Latvia: A seventh-place finish, narrowly missing the podium.
- Saudi Arabia: High-speed performance but failed to finish due to tires and technical problems.
The data suggests that while the crew’s pace is improving—moving from a non-finish in Sweden to a seventh-place in Latvia—the mechanical reliability remains a primary obstacle to consistent points scoring.
Who are the primary drivers for M-Sport Ford?
M-Sport Ford has structured its base lineup this season around two Irish pilots. The team features Joshua McArdle, who is currently completing a full 2025 season, and John Armstrong.
Armstrong enters the main roster following stints in the WRC junior categories and the European Rally Championship. This strategic lineup aims to leverage experience from both seasoned competitors and rising talent within the junior ranks.
For more updates on driver standings and team news, visit our WRC news hub or check the official WRC website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the Sesks/Francis rally stages?
Live broadcasts for the current rally stages are scheduled on the Go3 Sport 1 channel.
What is the next rally on the Sesks/Francis calendar?
The next scheduled event for the crew is the WRC round in Estonia, taking place from July 16 to July 19.
Why did the crew fail to finish in Saudi Arabia?
According to race reports, the crew faced technical problems and tire issues that prevented them from completing the event despite showing competitive speed.
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