Ricardo Deggeller, Deputy CEO for the WRC ueno Rally del Paraguay, highlighted that this edition will mark a milestone: “We are just 32 days away from the WRC in Paraguay, one of the most anticipated competitions on the calendar. We are talking about an audience of more than one billion people, more than 150 countries connected, and more than 900 km of organizational coverage across 13 municipalities. This is the third longest race on the calendar and will be a spectacle in every sense of the word.”
During the presentation, key details of the competition were shared, such as the symbolic start that will take place on Thursday, August 28, at 7:00 p.m. at the Sambódromo in Encarnación, with tickets starting at Gs. 50,000 (stalls) and Gs. 100,000 (preferred seating). In addition, the inter-institutional deployment that guarantees security, medical assistance, and unprecedented technical production was highlighted.
Fan Zone: The heart of the public on the Encarnación waterfront
Ricardo Deggeller also presented the FanZone, a free experience on the waterfront that will bring fans closer to the world of the WRC ueno Rally Paraguay . “From meeting the teams and participating in autograph sessions to enjoying the service park, food trucks, brand activations, and live shows, the Fan Zone will be the epicenter of entertainment for the public,” he said.
This area will be open and will be the meeting point for thousands of families, tourists, and motorsport fans.
Experiences and accommodation worthy of a world-class event
One of the WRC ueno Rally del Paraguay’s major commitments is to provide the public with unique experiences to enjoy the event like never before. According to Fabián Girala, Smart Venues Manager at Banco del Paraguay, the aim is for the public to experience the rally in a different way, combining excitement, comfort, and entertainment. To this end, proposals have been developed that integrate premium services, preferential access to exclusive areas, live entertainment, rest areas, connectivity, and personalized attention, all designed to enrich the spectator’s experience.
In addition, accommodation options have been planned to suit different types of attendees, with alternatives ranging from basic facilities to more sophisticated formats. These proposals include booking facilities, special benefits, and ample capacity to accommodate thousands of people. The entire ecosystem of services has been planned to match the magnitude of the event, strengthening its impact on tourism and positioning the region as a key destination for international motorsports.
During the competition days, more than 250,000 people are expected to visit Itapúa, with multiple options for enjoying the rally with family or friends. The organization will guarantee medical assistance, security, connectivity, parking, and entertainment experiences at each stage. This will undoubtedly be one of the biggest sporting and cultural events Paraguay has ever hosted.
