Martijn Wydaeghe facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality |  Belgian |
| Born | 1 September 1992 Izegem, Belgium |
| World Rally Championship record | |
| Active years | 2013–2019, 2021–present |
| Driver | Thierry Neuville |
| Teams | Hyundai Motorsport |
| Rallies | 69 |
| Championships | 1 (2024) |
| Rally wins | 8 |
| Podiums | 26 |
| Stage wins | 168 |
| First rally | 2013 Rallye de France-Alsace |
| First win | 2021 Ypres Rally |
| Last win | 2024 Acropolis Rally |
Martijn Wydaeghe (born September 1, 1992) is a Belgian professional rallying co-driver. He is the co-driver for Thierry Neuville at Hyundai Motorsport in the top-level World Rally Championship (WRC).
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What is Rallying?
Rallying is a thrilling type of car racing. Drivers and co-drivers race special cars on different roads. These roads can be gravel, snow, ice, or asphalt. They are usually public roads closed off for the race.
The Role of a Co-driver
A co-driver is super important in rallying! They sit next to the driver and read "pace notes." These notes describe the road ahead, like how sharp turns are or if there are bumps. This helps the driver go as fast as possible safely. Martijn Wydaeghe is one of the best co-drivers in the world.
Martijn Wydaeghe's Rally Journey
Martijn Wydaeghe started his WRC career in 2013 at the Rallye de France-Alsace. He worked with different drivers in his early years. He gained a lot of experience in various rally events.
Partnering with Thierry Neuville
Since 2021, Martijn has been the co-driver for fellow Belgian driver Thierry Neuville. They form a strong team for Hyundai Motorsport. Together, they have achieved great success in the World Rally Championship. Their teamwork is key to winning races.
Big Wins and Achievements
Martijn Wydaeghe and Thierry Neuville have won many WRC events. They won their first rally together in 2021 at the Ypres Rally in Belgium. They continued to win more races in the following years.
In 2024, Martijn Wydaeghe and Thierry Neuville achieved their biggest dream. They won the World Rally Championship title! This made them the champions of the rallying world. It was a huge moment for both of them and their team.
WRC Victories
Martijn Wydaeghe has won these World Rally Championship events as a co-driver:
| # | Event | Season | Driver | Car |
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| 1 | Ypres Rally Belgium |
2021 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC |
| 2 |  Rally Catalunya |
2021 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC |
| 3 |  Acropolis Rally Greece |
2022 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
| 4 |  Rally Japan |
2022 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
| 5 |  Rally Italia Sardegna |
2023 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
| 6 |  Central European Rally |
2023 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
| 7 |  Monte Carlo Rally |
2024 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
| 8 | Acropolis Rally Greece |
2024 | Thierry Neuville |
Hyundai i20 N Rally1 |
See also
In Spanish: Martijn Wydaeghe para niños
