French rising star Adrien Fourmaux and co-driver Alexandre Coria will join Hyundai Motorsport’s line-up
Hyundai Motorsport has today announced the addition of Adrien Fourmaux and Alexandre Coria to its FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) line-up for the 2025 season. The Frenchmen will helm a third Hyundai i20 N Rally1 in all 14 rounds, bringing fresh energy and capability to the Alzenau-based team as it prepares for another competitive season at the pinnacle of rallying.
Fourmaux has showcased remarkable resilience and growth throughout his career. After a challenging introduction to Rally1, he made the decision to step back in 2023, focusing on rebuilding his confidence and sharpening his skills in the Rally2 category, where he went on to claim the title of 2023 British Rally Champion. His return to Rally1 in 2024 brought a renewed mindset, delivering strong performances that cemented his place as a rising star in the championship.
The decision to confirm Fourmaux for 2025 reflects Hyundai Motorsport’s commitment to building a stronger, more consistent permanent line-up to target the manufacturers’ championship. As a full-season driver, Fourmaux brings proven pace and a skillset that will complement the existing crews of Thierry Neuville/Martijn Wydaeghe and Ott Tänak/Martin Järveoja. A permanent third crew also ensures critical competitive running time under the revised WRC regulations, allowing the team to build and maintain momentum throughout the season.
Fourmaux will join Hyundai Motorsport immediately after Monza Rally Show (5-8 December), allowing him to begin his preparations with the team for the upcoming 2025 WRC season as early as possible.
Hyundai Motorsport continues to assess further possibilities with its current crews for 2025. Esapekka Lappi’s victory in Rally Sweden, Dani Sordo’s podiums in Sardinia and Greece, and Andreas Mikkelsen regular points finishes all contributed to one of the team’s strongest years in WRC.
Hyundai Motorsport President and Team Principal Cyril Abiteboul said:
“Our shared third car approach in 2024 allowed us to deliver one of the team’s strongest years in WRC and I would like to sincerely thank Esapekka, Dani and Andreas for their massive contribution to it. For the renewed challenges of next year, consistency and stability across all three cars will be crucial. We’re therefore delighted to confirm Adrien and Alexandre as part of our team after their incredible 2024 season. Adrien has impressed not only with the results he has achieved this season, but with his renewed mindset and attitude he has brought to his return to Rally1. We believe our line-up of Thierry, Ott and Adrien will be a formidable force on the world’s stages in 2025.”
Adrien Fourmaux said:
“I’m really excited to join Hyundai Motorsport for the 2025 season. It’s a big opportunity for me and Alex, and we are looking forward to getting started with the team. As a driver, you’re always looking to grow and push yourself, and this feels like the right step at the right time. Hyundai has had a strong presence in WRC for years, and I’m proud to be a part of that for the future. I’m ready to give my best and see where this journey takes us.”
