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Paddon back on WRC podium first time since 2018
addon, meanwhile, delivered one of the standout drives of the weekend. The New Zealander kept his nose clean while others hit trouble and was rewarded with third place, his first podium since Rally Australia in 2018.
“A result is a result,” said Paddon. “We have done it by being a bit technical and having wisdom and being smart.”
The 38-year-old and his long-time co-driver John Kennard combined to produce the best finish for Hyundai on the three-day rally, but only after tea
Apr 13


Paddon returns to WRC after eight years
Hyundai Motorsport have confirmed Kiwi driver Hayden Paddon will share their third car with two other drivers in their new campaign
Dec 6, 2025


Paddon takes European Rally title once again
New Zealand driver Hayden Paddon has defended his European Rally Championship title with a more cautious drive than usual.
Oct 14, 2024
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