Belgian crew take consecutive victory at the Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique

Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique

Belgian duo Michel Decremer and Jennifer Hugo have clinched their second consecutive victory at the Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique, which concluded on 5th February in the Principality. Driving a 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia TI, the pair maintained a commanding lead from Saturday afternoon, showcasing exceptional skill and consistency throughout the event.

The 2025 edition of the iconic race, reserved for vehicles that participated in the Monte-Carlo Rally between 1911 and 1983, saw more than 200 crews from around the world tackle legendary stages, including the Col de Braus – Lantosque and the Col de Turini. The final stage began in Port Hercule at 9pm on 4th February, with the first cars arriving back in Monaco at around 1.10am the next morning.

Decremer and Hugo were followed by Spain’s Luis Climent and Carlos Jimenez in a 1981 BMW 323i and Italy’s Fabrizio Rossi and Francesco Giammarino in a 1972 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1.3S.

Many of the cars that crossed the finish line paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Didier Guillaume, Monaco’s former Minister of State, by displaying “Pour Didier” stickers in his memory. Guillaume, a keen supporter of the event, had participated in a recent edition.

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