Mikkelsen excited ahead of Cyprus return

The 2012 Intercontinental Rally Challenge will reach its climax on the Cyprus Rally from 2-4 November and current title-winner and leader Andreas Mikkelsen has revealed he is a big fan of the mixed-surface event.

Mikkelsen clinched the 2011 IRC drivers’ crown in Cyprus following a five-way battle for the title.

He said: “With gravel and Tarmac switching together all of the time it’s hard to find the best set-up for the car but you don’t mind because of the beautiful landscape you encounter.

"It’s also a really good rally for the spectators because it’s a nice place to be and it’s warm and sunny.”