The award was presented in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, during the FIA Awards Gala, which recognizes the most important milestones in global motorsports. Among the most coveted awards is “Rally of the Year,” reserved for the event that demonstrates organizational excellence, sporting impact, innovation, safety, and a unique experience for the public.
In this edition, Paraguay surpassed historic venues such as Portugal, Finland, Japan, and emerging powers such as Saudi Arabia, establishing itself as the best debut event in the history of the WRC.
Santiago Peña: “This award confirms that Paraguay is ready to be a permanent host.”
The President of the Republic, Santiago Peña, received the award on behalf of the country and celebrated the national impact of the event: “This award is confirmation that Paraguay has everything it takes to be a permanent host of the WRC. What Finland achieved in more than 70 years, we can also achieve: making the Rally part of our identity. This Rally not only projects us internationally, it also inspires a new generation of drivers and reinforces the pride of an entire country.”
Peña reiterated that the Rally del Paraguay is a state policy focused on tourism, infrastructure, youth, and the expansion of motor sports.
César Marsal: “Paraguay dreamed big… and achieved it
The Executive Director of the WRC Rally Paraguay, César Marsal, highlighted the unprecedented coordination between public institutions, the private sector, and the community: “This recognition belongs to everyone. Paraguay has shown that when it works together, there are no limits.”
Marsal announced that the 2026 edition will be even more spectacular, with new stages, a nighttime Super Special, improvements to the Service Park, and more safe spaces for spectators. The next Rally will take place from August 27 to 30.
Figures that explain the successThe Rally del Paraguay is crowned the best WRC event of 2025.
- US$133 million economic impact.
- 210,000 spectators in four days.
- Coverage in 106 countries.
- Renovated infrastructure in roads, lighting, energy, and health.
- Impeccable organization, with no suspensions and safety levels highlighted by the FIA.
- Drivers and teams rated the Paraguayan public as “the most passionate on the calendar,” consolidating the country’s image as a world-class host.
