Sébastien Ogier

Race car driver with multiple WRC titles

Sébastien Ogier - Race car driver with multiple WRC titles
Born

December 17th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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French race car driver achieved prominence in the World Rally Championship (WRC). Competed for several teams, including Volkswagen and Toyota. Secured multiple WRC drivers' championships, with titles in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2020. Known for exceptional skill on diverse terrains and consistency in high-pressure situations.

Won the WRC Championship six times

Recorded over 50 stage wins in WRC

Achieved success with Volkswagen Motorsport

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