Citroen presents its recent WRC model range for 2025

Citroen Racing will field brothers Yohan and Leo Rossel as its drivers within the 2025 World Rally Championship.

The French manufacturer decided to proceed cooperation with Yohan Rossel after the 2024 season, by which the 29-year-old fought for the WRC2 title.

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Yohan took victory on the Monte Carlo and Chile rounds driving the C3 Rally2 run by DG Sport, but his title bid was terminated on the Central European Rally.

The confirmation that Rossel will proceed to pilot the C3 Rally2 in 2025 ends speculation linking him with Rally1 starts in M-Sport-Ford.

Yohan may have a brand new teammate next 12 months, his younger brother Leo Rossel, who will take the place vacated by Nikolai Gryazin.

“Representing Citroen Racing at the highest level is a huge honor, and extending the partnership with my brother Leo into 2025 adds a deeply personal and passionate dimension to this challenge,” said Yohan Rossel.

Yohan Rossel, DG Sports Competitions

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“The C3 Rally2 has been phenomenal this season, whether on tarmac or gravel, and I'm excited to continue pushing the limits with a car that continues to evolve and surprise us.”

Leo Rossel will advance to the WRC2 class in 2025 with the DG Sport Citroen team after winning the French Rally Championship.

“Becoming French Rally Champion in 2024 in C3 Rally2 was an incredible milestone in my career, and joining Citroen Racing as an official driver in 2025 is a dream come true,” said Leo Rossel.

“Having grown up in the world of rallying and thanks to Stellantis Motorsport's promotional programs, my journey is a testament to Citroen's commitment to supporting young talent. I am ready to take on this new challenge together with my brother Yohan and continue to push the boundaries of this extraordinary car.”

Stellantis Motorsport customer racing director Didier Clement added: “The 2024 season was exceptional due to talented drivers corresponding to Yohan Rossel and Nikolay Gryazin who pushed the boundaries of the C3 Rally2. We thank them for this extraordinary 12 months, marked by six victories and impressive performances.

“Now we look to the future with great enthusiasm. The 2025 program fully embodies Citroen Racing's commitment to excellence and the development of young talent. This is an ambitious new chapter for our brand and our rally vision, focused on performance and supporting the next generation of champions.”