Three-times World Rally Champion Tommi Makinen was determined to make it a record-breaking four in a row in 1999 but he would face a season-long battle with some of the greatest drivers ever. Enjoy high-speed action controversy drama and spectacular spills from all 14 rounds of this truly incredible season with stunning footage and behind-the-scenes interviews putting you at the heart of the WRC title chase. The Flying Finn in his Mitsubishi Lancer would be challenged by British hero Colin McRae the Subaru Impreza pairing of veteran Juha Kankkunen and Richard Burns... Didier Auriol and Carlos Sainz in their Toyota Corollas plus many more.It started well for Makinen but McRae in the brand new Ford Focus battled his way into contention in typically determined style while wins for Kankkunen Burns Auriol and even Formula Two Citroen driver Philippe Bugalski ensured this would be a dramatic fight for the World Championship. Across five continents from the snow and ice of Monte-Carlo to the rain and mud of Britain this is the full story of an unforgettable season. Incredible action footage including plenty of jaw-dropping drama captured from inside the cars brings you every vital moment and several shocking crashes! At the end of the '99 season after almost three decades in rallying's top flight Toyota left the WRC. This programme includes a tribute to the Japanese manufacturer recalling its incredible championship successes. [show more]
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In 1999, Finn Tommi Makinen won his fourth and final World Rally Championship beating Brit Richard Burns to the title. This programme features highlights of all 14 rounds.
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