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10-06-2019 06:20
Regularity rally crews finish the longest competitive distance of Rally Liepāja
In Rally Liepāja, the longest total stage distance was not done by either the FIA European Rally Championship or the Latvian Rally Championship competitors. The Historic car regularity rally competitors had to complete a 219.46 kilometres of stages, which is 13.50 km more than the rally cars.
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06-06-2019 09:15
Historic sport crews fighting for the win at Rally Liepāja
On May 25, the FIA European Rally Championship and Latvian Rally Championship event Rally Liepāja also hosted an event for the Historic Sport class. A total of twelve crews took part, split into three groups – Historic (the overall classification), Historic 2WD (vehicles with two-wheel drive), and Historic Lada (VAZ manufactured vehicles). They had to tackle a total of four stages located in Mundigciems, Strazde, and Mordanga, with a total stage distance of 84.31 kilometres.
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30-05-2019 12:05
Rallysprint winners determined in Rally Liepāja
On Saturday, May 25, the Talsi region roads hosted the third round of the Latvian Rallysprint Championship and Cup. A total of 17 crews took part, competing for victory in five classes – 4WD, 2000, 4WD Open, 2WD Open, Klasika 3000, and the Junior class. The total stage distance, on stages in Mundigciems, Strazde, and Mordanga, was 57.81 kilometres.
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30-05-2019 06:58
Atskats uz ralliju Liepāja 2019 (Autosports =LV)
Šajā Autosports =LV= izlaidumā īss atskats uz Latvijas rallija čempionāta 3. un 4. posmu!
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26-05-2019 18:40
Oliver Solberg wins as Mārtiņš Sesks seals the podium in Rally Liepāja
Rally Liepāja, the third round of the 2019 FIA European Rally Championship, concluded today with stages in Aizpute, Durbe, Priekule, Skrunda, and Vaiņode. Swedish driver Oliver Solberg (Volkswagen Polo GTI R5) won both the overall classification and the ERC1 Junior class. Last year’s European champion Alexey Lukyanuk (Citroen C3 R5) came second, 22.7 seconds behind the winner. Mārtiņš Sesks (Škoda Fabia R5) thrilled the local fans by finishing third overall in his debut in an R5 class car, trailing Solberg by 57.4 seconds.
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26-05-2019 15:20
LMT Autosporta Akadēmijas rallija ekipāžai Sesks/Caune mājas posmā Rally Liepāja spoža debija ar pilnpiedziņas auto
Nedēļas nogalē LMT Autosporta Akadēmijas ekipāža Mārtiņš Sesks ar stūrmani Krišjāni Cauni pirmo reizi oficiālās rallija sacensībās piedalījās ar pilnpiedziņas R5 klases automašīnu. Latvijā notikušajā FIA Eiropas rallija čempionāta trešajā posmā Rally Liepāja, startējot ar Škoda Fabia R5 auto, ekipāža pārsteidza ar augstvērtīgu un stabilu braukšanu no starta līdz pat finiša esatakādei pēc vairāk kā 206 kilometrus garas sportiskās distances, Rally Liepāja finišu sasniedzot kopvērtējuma trešajā vietā.
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25-05-2019 19:15
Mārtiņs Sesks in stunning 3rd after leg1 of Rally Liepāja
Rally Liepāja, round three of the 2019 FIA European Rally Championship, began today with special stages in Mundigciems, Strazde, and Mordanga. Setting the quickest time in four out of five stages, and earning the Talsi city special prize, Oliver Solberg (Volkswagen Polo GTI R5) has moved into the lead. After 99.46 stage kilometres, just 9.7 seconds separate him and the 2018 European rally champion Alexey Lukyanuk (Citroen C3 R5).
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25-05-2019 05:49
Rally Liepāja 2019
Ar krāšņu atklāšanu Liepājā tiek dots starts Latvijas rallija čempionāta trešajam posmam!
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24-05-2019 15:27
Oliver Solberg quickest in Rally Liepāja qualifying stage
Today, the FIA European Rally Championship third round Rally Liepāja began with the qualifying stage QS Fristads in the Durbe region. Fastest time through the 3,02km stage was set by Oliver Solberg (Volkswagen Polo GTI R5), followed by the 2018 European rally champion Alexey Lukyanuk (Citroen C3 R5), with Czech talent Filip Mareš (Škoda Fabia R5) in third.
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23-05-2019 20:53
Sean Johnston: from racing a simulator to a career in motorsports
Every driver has their own story of how their rally career began, but for American Sean Johnston, it began with racing simulators, which are rapidly growing in popularity in various motorsports disciplines. After many twists and turns, he is here in Liepāja.
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23-05-2019 20:37
On the start line historic regularity crews
Historic regularity rally crews to join rally crews for the 2019 edition of Rally Liepāja. The competition lasting for two days – Youngtimer Rally Liepāja has a planned distance of 219 kms to reach the finish, while fighting not to be the fastest, but the more precise.
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23-05-2019 15:47
Rally Liepāja Competitors' Parade
On Friday evening we invite all the Liepaja-natives and city guests to head over to area of concert hall Great Amber, where you will be able to see all the rally crews taking part in Competitors’ Parade. If compared to last year, when only selected crews took part in the parade, this year all the crews are invited to take part. The parade is set to begin at 20:30.
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23-05-2019 14:03
Rally Liepāja souvenirs
Starting today Rally Liepāja souvenirs available for sale. T-shirts, cups, and caps aavailable in Rally Liepāja colours at Sportland pop-up store.
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23-05-2019 12:20
Paulo Nobre: rallying is like a virus – it gets in your bloodstream and never leaves
Rally has always welcomed people from very different fields. That applies to both spectators and competitors. Brazilian driver Paulo Nobre is a perfect example – in his professional career, he has been the Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras soccer team president, a lawyer, and now we get to see more of him at the wheel of a rally car.
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23-05-2019 12:18
Latvian motorsports stars to experiment in ERC event Rally Liepāja
This year, three Latvian crews have registered for the FIA European Rally Championship classification in Rally Liepāja, with this event being an experiment of some kind for all three – one will return to rallying, while two will head into this adventure in an unfamiliar car. Regardless, all crews are hoping for fan support and will do their best to have a great result.
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22-05-2019 18:35
Oliver Solberg: Rally Liepāja almost feels like home rally
Even though you can only get a driver’s licence at 18 years of age, the Latvian Rally Championship gives younger drivers the chance to prove themselves. One of these drivers is Oliver Solberg. At the age of 17, the Sports Racing Technologies team driver has won Rally Sarma and Rally Alūksne, putting him in the lead of the Latvian Rally Championship overall classification. He is looking to showcase his talent and fight for the top spots this weekend in Liepāja as well.
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22-05-2019 10:09
Lukasz Habaj: Rally Liepāja is meant for the big boys
Two rounds of the FIA European Rally Championship season have already passed, with Latvian team Sports Racing Technologies driver and Polish native Lukasz Habaj sitting at the top of the standings. He will have the privilege of having the first start number in Rally Liepāja.
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21-05-2019 18:27
Gross: I still remember Talsi stages and great battles with Vasaraudzis
Estonian drivers have always managed to showcase their skills on the international stage. Georg Gross plays a significant role in doing that, having won our northern neighbour’s rally championship three times. Latvian racing fans are already familiar with Gross, who has used his Ford Focus WRC to win events in Talsi, Gulbene, Madona and Kurzeme. Now, it is time to demonstrate his skills in Rally Liepāja, doing so in the current generation Ford Fiesta WRC.
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21-05-2019 09:52
Rally Liepāja to open (and close) the Latvian Rally summer season
Rally Liepāja, taking place on the final weekend of May, will be the first summer round of the Latvian Rally Championship, following two winter events in the eastern part of Latvia. Traditionally, the summer season began with Rally Talsi but this year, from May 24 to 26, it will be done in Rally Liepāja, which is set to begin in Talsi, but conclude in Liepāja. Rally Liepāja to serve as the last rally of 2019 in Latvia, as the conluding events of the Latvian championship set to take place in Estonia.
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20-05-2019 19:39
Al-Rašeds: braukt pa fantastiskajiem Rally Liepāja ceļiem pavasarī būs ideāli
Saules smaids, putnu čalas un puķu izkrāsotie lauki liecina, ka gleznaino Kurzemi pārņēmis pavasaris. Tas nozīmē, ka tūdaļ pa tās ātrajiem ceļiem trauksies Rally Liepāja spēkrati. Saūda Arābijas pārstāvis Rakans Al-Rašeds savu pirmo pieredzi Liepājā guva pirms diviem gadiem drēgnos un lietainos apstākļos, bet nu ir atgriezies ar jaunām ambīcijām.
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20-05-2019 19:35
Al-Rashed: driving on the fantastic Rally Liepāja stages in spring will be perfect
Sunshine, bird songs and flower filled meadows are clear indications that spring has come to the Kurzeme region. This means that Rally Liepāja is almost here. Saudi Arabian driver Rakan Al-Rashed got his first Rally Liepāja experience two years ago, in wet and cold conditions, and is now ready to return with new ambitions.
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20-05-2019 09:49
Battle for FIA European Rally Championship to continue in Rally Liepāja
Rally Liepāja plays an important role in the FIA European Rally Championship (ERC) calendar as the best stages in the Talsi and Liepāja regions will be used to hand out points in all nine ERC classes. With that, it is important to look into the championship standings before Rally Liepāja.
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16-05-2019 18:37
Futoshi Murase: Rally Liepāja to fulfill a dream of mine
From May 24 to 26, the picturesque Kurzeme region roads will welcome the top Latvian and European rally talents. However, that is not all – going through the entry list, you will also find a Japanese flag. Co-driven by the experienced Edgars Svencis, we will see Japanese driver Futoshi Murase showcase his skills on Latvian soil.
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15-05-2019 10:15
Reinis Nitišs ready for a new challenge: competing in Rally Liepāja with a rear-wheel drive Abarth 124
Reinis Nitišs will compete in the FIA European Rally Championship round Rally Liepāja, with the Jēkabpils native preparing for a new challenge this year. He will be driving a rear-wheel drive Abarth 124 Rally car, with the experienced Māris Kulšs serving as his co-driver. The European Rally Championship round Rally Liepāja will take place from May 24 to 26.
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12-05-2019 10:25
Marijan Griebel: police officer, rally driver, champion
The FIA European Rally Championship is a fantastic platform for talented rally drivers to hone their skills and take the next step in their career. German rally driver Marijan Griebel serves as a great example, having won the Junior U27 class in 2016 and Junior U28 in 2017, which made it possible to gain additional experience in the World Rally Championship. In 2019, Griebel has decided to come to Rally Liepāja, an event that holds a special place in his career.
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26-04-2019 14:30
ERC Junior Champion Sesks to make prize drive R5 debut at home
Mārtiņš Sesks will make his debut in an R5 car on his home round of the FIA European Rally Championship, Rally Liepāja, as the first of two prize drives for winning the ERC3 Junior crown in 2018.
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25-03-2019 16:05
FIA European Rally Championship magazines to remain on the TV6 schedule
For the seventh year running, the FIA European Rally Championship (ERC) event reviews will be broadcast on All Media Baltics channel TV6. The broadcast plan includes reviews of all eight ERC rounds, as well as multiple broadcasts about the Latvian round Rally Liepāja. TV6 broadcast from round one in the Azores is scheduled for 22:05 on March 30.
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20-02-2019 14:40
Rally Liepāja tickets available at special prices
Tickets to Rally Liepāja, the third round of the FIA European Rally Championship, are available in all Biļešu Serviss locations. From February 18 to 24, they will be available with a 10.00 EUR discount – during the first week of sales, the ticket price will be 15.00 EUR. Rally Liepāja special stages will cover a larger area than in past years, going through the best Latvian stages from Talsi to Liepāja. The event is set to take place in late spring – from May 24 to 26.
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22-01-2019 04:20
Abarth Rally Cup joins forces with ERC
The Abarth Rally Cup will run in conjunction with the FIA European Rally Championship in 2019, bringing together the hugely exciting one-make series and the leading regional competition promoted by Eurosport Events under a long-term agreement with motorsport’s world governing body.
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04-12-2018 20:00
ERC 2019 takes shape following FIA World Motor Sport Council decisions
The FIA World Motor Sport Council met in St Petersburg, Russia, on 5 December. During the meeting, a number of proposals presented by the FIA Rally Commission, some of which related to the FIA European Rally Championship, were approved. A summary of those appears below.
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11-11-2018 20:00
Rally Liepāja with unprecedented scope, stage route going from Talsi to Liepāja
2019 FIA European Rally Championship and Latvian Rally Championship round Rally Liepāja will contain the best stages of the region – the so called “golden fund” of Latvian rallying. Next year’s route is significantly expanded, going from Talsi to Liepāja and giving the participants an opportunity to enjoy the best Latvian stages, with the spectators getting the chance to see the European Rally Championship drivers fight to be the fastest from the best spectator areas in Latvia. Rally Liepāja will take place on May 24-26, 2019.
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08-11-2018 20:00
Rally Liepāja to take place in May
Today, the FIA European Rally Championship (FIAERC) calendar* was published, with Rally Liepāja being included for the seventh time. The first three Latvian FIAERC events (2013-2015) took place in winter, followed by three autumn events (2016-2018), but the 2019 Rally Liepāja will take place in the spring, from May 24 to 26.
