Botterill and Köhne in TGRSA one-two at Vryheid 400
Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGRSA) extended its perfect record in the 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) to four wins from four rounds this weekend.
Guy Botterill and Henry Köhne secured a one-two finish at the Vryheid 400, marking their third consecutive victory in the 2026 SARRC season. The Toyota GR Hilux IMT EVO crew overcame challenging conditions, including warm and humid weather, overcast skies, light rain, thick morning mist, and dew on tight forest sections. Botterill and Köhne led after the first day, and despite a puncture early in Stage Two, they reclaimed the lead on Stage Three, winning the grueling 420km event.
Variawa and Charan Moore finished second, just 72 seconds behind. Botterill praised his team and the car's performance, while Variawa acknowledged the team's strong showing and his own good performance. The Toyota GR Hilux IMT EVO's dominance is evident, as it has now won every round of the season. Botterill holds a commanding position in the overall standings with one round left, while Köhne strengthens his grip on the navigators' championship.
The 2026 SARRC season concludes with the Northam Zondereinde Bushveld 400 at Thabazimbi on November 13-14, 2026.
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