M-Sport WRC doc to show ‘real essence of rallying’
The new documentary series More Than Machine offers a behind-the-scenes look at M-Sport Ford in the World Rally Championship, aiming to connect fans with the team's human stories.
Do rally cars’ wheels ever touch the ground? Find out this, and more, in the new WRC doc More Than Machine
The first episode of a new six-part documentary series on M-Sport Ford has been released, promising an insight into life in the World Rally Championship.
More Than Machine goes behind the scenes at Malcolm Wilson’s engineering company, both at its base in Cumbria and on the WRC’s special stages. Available via the WRC’s YouTube channel, further episodes will be released over the course of the rest of the 2024 season.
M-Sport Ford’s people are a primary focus of the show.
“We’re very lucky to have this opportunity to tell all the incredible stories behind our fantastic team,” said M-Sport Ford team principal Richard Millener, who along with drivers Adrien Fourmaux and Grégoire Munster is featured extensively in the production. “On rallies there’s so much that happens behind the scenes that the fans don’t get to see, and I believe this series will do a lot to bring people even closer to the sport.
More Than Machine will be considered a welcome offering given the WRC’s ongoing struggles to gain attention beyond its hardcore fanbase. “We’re only really scratching the surface, but by telling these stories and getting to know the people who run the cars and make the rally happen, we’re opening ourselves up to an even bigger fanbase,” said Millener. “There are real human stories to tell here, and I’m so pleased we’re now able to document them.”
Principal Richard Millener
“This series showcases the real essence of rallying,” added Jona Siebel, managing director of WRC Promoter, “highlighting not just the incredible machinery but also the people who push them to their limits. It’s a celebration of our sport and an insight into the spirit of competition.”
M-Sport Ford is one of only three car makers competing in the WRC’s top class, alongside Toyota and Hyundai. The team has struggled to compete with its better-resourced rivals, although Fourmaux has shone this year, scoring four third-place finishes. The Frenchman lies fifth in the points standings.