SAN MARINO – Bruno Pelliccioni and Lorenzo Ercolani won the title of absolute Italian historic two-wheel drive champions and first place in the third group. Success came at the Nuraghi Vermentino Rally, the penultimate event of the Italian Historic Land Rally Championship, where the Titano Motorsport crew also finished in first place overall.
At the wheel of the Ford Escort MKII RS, Pelliccioni and Ercolani completed a high-level season, with three victories and a second place. Second place overall at the Vermentino also went to the other San Marino crew of the team, made up of Nemo Mazza and Domenico Mularoni, also on a Ford Escort MKII.
The Sardinian race was characterized by particularly demanding conditions, including rain, fog, uneven surfaces and special stages held at night. “It was a season full of satisfactions, because in every race we were protagonists,” commented Pelliccioni, who thanked the navigators, assistance and supporters.
Satisfaction also for Mazza, who underlined the harmony with Mularoni and the value of second place: “It was truly a beautiful rally, serene and beautiful”. Special thanks also went to Marco and Luca for the work done during the assistance.
Ercolani defined the race as “very tough”, recalling the difficulties linked to the weather and a problem with the starter motor which cost 30 seconds. However, the crew managed to manage the advantage and win the Italian title.
For Titano Motorsport the next appointment will be the Brunello Rally, where Pelliccioni and Ercolani will also compete with the crews of the European Championship.
Photo: Massimo Bettiol
