Vodafone Rally de Portugal (May 7–10) – High-speed gravel.
FORUM8 Rally Japan (May 28–31) – Shifted to a May slot for 2026 to optimize weather conditions and reduce road-sweeping disadvantages. Event Profile: Acropolis Rally Greece 8 WRC FIA Campeonato Mundial de Rally
Before the championship arrives in Greece for Round 8, two other major events will take place: Vodafone Rally de Portugal (May 7–10) – High-speed
Toyota achieved a "lockout" of the top four positions, marking their 300th podium in WRC history. The Road to Round 8 (Acropolis Rally Greece) The Road to Round 8 (Acropolis Rally Greece)
As of late April 2026, the championship has completed five rounds, with the most recent being . The current standings reflect a highly competitive season dominated by Toyota Gazoo Racing: Driver Standings (Top 5): Elfyn Evans (Toyota): 101 pts Takamoto Katsuta (Toyota): 99 pts Sami Pajari (Toyota): 72 pts Oliver Solberg (Toyota): 68 pts Adrien Fourmaux (M-Sport Ford): 59 pts Recent Race Results (Round 5 - Rally Islas Canarias):
The eighth round of the is the EKO Acropolis Rally Greece , scheduled to take place from June 25 to June 28, 2026 . This historic gravel event, often referred to as the "Rally of the Gods," is known for its punishing rocky terrain and high summer temperatures that test both mechanical reliability and driver endurance. 2026 Championship Status (Current)