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Kristoffersson conquers European Rallycross title in Lousada
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Kristoffersson conquers European Rallycross title in Lousada

SAPO Notícias13 September 2026 at 21:52

Swedish driver Johan Kristoffersson, at the wheel of a Volkswagen Polo, clinched this Sunday the European RX1 title, the main category of the European Rallycross Championship. The victory was achieved during the final round of the season, held in Lousada.

Kristoffersson completely dominated the final race, thus securing the European championship for the season. The Swedish driver confirmed his favoritism throughout the entire competition.

Lousada hosted the final round of the championship, bringing together the top European drivers in the sport. The Portuguese circuit once again served as the venue for a European rallycross title decider.

Why this matters

The event took place in Lousada, at the International Karting Circuit of Ferreirinha, attracting attention from motorsport enthusiasts in Portugal. Kristoffersson's victory represents the culmination of the European rallycross season, a discipline that combines elements of rally and circuit racing on short tracks.

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