The second season of the SIMGEAR Rally Cup kicks off with Rally Monte Carlo: Kamen Stoychev triumphs in challenging conditions

The legendary Rally Monte Carlo marked the start of the first round of the second season of the SIMGEAR Rally Cup, part of the national virtual BULERS (Bulgarian Electronic Racing Series) on the Richard Burns Rally platform. The event attracted 56 participants who faced the challenges of 17 special stages spread over four days. The variable conditions and the high difficulty of the track resulted in many drivers dropping out, but the race delivered incredible moments and fierce battles.


Kamen Stoychev's Triumph

Ultimately, Kamen Stoychev in a Skoda Fabia R5 evo claimed the top spot, showcasing stability and high speed in the tough conditions. Behind him, in the overall standings and first in the R4 category, was debuting Finnish driver Ate Tahvanainen with a Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X, who impressed with exceptional pace and made a strong case for the R4 title and possibly the overall championship. The third position was secured by Martin Bezus in a Skoda Fabia R5 evo, finishing the rally steadily.

Top 10 Overall Standings:

  • Kamen Stoychev (Skoda Fabia R5 evo)
  • Ate Tahvanainen (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X, R4)
  • Martin Bezus (Skoda Fabia R5 evo)
  • Theodore Kapourniotis (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX R4) – Power Stage winner
  • Yuliyan Genovski (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX R4)
  • Hristo Ichov (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX R4)
  • Dimitar Dulichki (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X R4)
  • Nesrin Sali (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX R4)
  • Andrian Vasilev (Skoda Fabia R5 evo)
  • Grigoriy Mashin (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX R4)

Impressive Start and Looking Ahead to Rally Poland

Particularly noteworthy was Theodore Kapourniotis from Greece, who finished fourth overall, won the Power Stage, and earned the most bonus points. This puts him in an excellent position to contend for the R4 title. Tonight, the second round – Rally Poland – begins, promising new challenges. With 22 stages combining gravel and asphalt, drivers will need to adapt quickly to changing conditions. We eagerly await the developments in the championship and look forward to seeing who will emerge as the next leaders in the SIMGEAR Rally Cup.