Katsuta delivered a solid performance in last weekend’s Central European Rally, finishing fourth overall.
He collected a total of 16 World Championship points from Central Europe and played his part in securing Toyota’s fifth consecutive manufacturers’ world title.
“It’s fantastic that we won the manufacturers’ title again this year. A huge thanks to everybody in the team, they are working so hard, and my team-mates who have done a great job also,” Katsuta commented.
For Katsuta, the Central European asphalt rally served as a good preparation for Rally Japan, which takes place in early November.
“For me it has been nice to have a good drive like this here in Central Europe and get a good feeling with the car and the tyres before Rally Japan,” said Katsuta.
However, Katsuta emphasised that there is still plenty of room for improvement. Naturally, he wants to perform at his very best in his home event – and with that goal in mind, he intends to work hard.
“I can’t be fully happy and there are still some areas I need to improve, but I will keep working and pushing as much as I can for Rally Japan, which is very important to me,” Katsuta said frankly.
Rally Japan will be held from 6–9 November. The season will conclude later in November in Saudi Arabia.
