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WRC Croatia Rally 2026
The Croatia Rally, organized by the Croatian Car and Karting Federation, traces its roots to 1978 with stages around Istria's Učka and Ćićarija mountains. <div><br></div><div>It gained international status in the European Rally Championship before joining the World Rally Championship in 2021. Based in Zagreb, the event features demanding tarmac stages through Karlovac, Zagreb, and Krapina-Zagorje counties, blending fast straights with technical corners amid scenic countryside. Its inclusion in the WRC followed persistent efforts by organizer Daniel Šaškin, starting in 2013. </div><div><br></div><div>The rally's challenging routes and enthusiastic crowds have quickly made it a favorite, with Sébastien Ogier among its early winners. It highlights Croatia's motorsport passion and boosts tourism in the region.</div>
