Widespread opinion is that Irish driver Craig Breen’s fifth place in Corsica was even more impressive than his third place in Finland this year. Â
Citroen's Craig Breen will contest the 2017 WRC.Recent news after Corsica that he will be a member of the new Citroen Racing world championship team gave him a special bouyancy in Salou before Rally Catalunya. His new spirit was never so evident as at the pre-event Press Conference at Salou. Â
“I am still trying to come to terms with the whole thing (his new new contract with Citroen),” he said.
“It was a dream come true, this is something I’ve wanted since I was a child. The moment I found out properly was during Corsica and it was difficult to sleep that night.
“This is a big moment in my career. I need to take it and use the opportunity the best we can. I love what I do. This is the most amazing job in the world, where I get out of bed every day with a spring in my step. Â
“Perhaps I didn't enjoy it so much in the last couple of years when there was a bit of a bad period in my career. I struggled a lot and everything seemed like it was such hard work, the enjoyment had gone a little bit. Â
“Where I am now there’s so much energy, so much focus. Me and Scott [Martin, co-driver] just need to get on with our jobs. Â
“I think Finland was the key this year, now I need to get the job done and to work hard. But it’s so important to finish every stage with a smile on my face and to appreciate where I am.”
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-Â Â Â Martin Holmes