"When I was 16 years old, I saved up to go and see him drive at Rally Catalunya. I then started working as an engineer in the M-Sport design office. But I wanted to be a driver and I was able to make my dreams come true when I won a young rally star competition.“My first season didn't go amazingly well, but Colin noticed me and took me under his wing. He helped me to improve, and then to get into the FIA Junior WRC. Even now, he's probably the person to whom I am still the most indebted." At Rallylegend, Kris Meeke will pay tribute to his former mentor by driving his Citroën Xsara WRC. At the event, his gravel crew driver Derek Brannigan will be alongside him as co-driver:
"Apart from the emotional side of it, it’s always a joy to drive this car. It was produced in 2003, but it is still incredibly consistent and fast. Above all, my aim will be to show the fans who come to remember and pay tribute to Colin a good time."On Sunday, after the rally itself is finished, Kris will be taking part in "Colin’s Parade", which will feature several former World Champions. Sébastien Loeb will also be taking part in the event, driving a Citroën C4 WRC.
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