Rally

Ott Tänak

Fierce, focused, and unapologetically fast, Ott Tänak stormed onto the global rally scene with pure speed and conviction. After securing the 2019 FIA World Rally Championship, he became Estonia’s first-ever WRC champion - demonstrating masterful car control and mental toughness. Armed with Alpinestars gear, Tänak defines power in motion.

Ott Tanak getting interviewed in his car wearing an Alpinestars racing suit

About

ott tänak

Team: Hyundai Motorsport
Country: Estonia
Date of birth: October 15th, 1987
Birthplace: Karla Parish, Estonia

Career achievements

2018: First WRC victory (Rally Italia Sardegna)

2019: FIA World Rally Champion (1st Estonian)

2021: Multiple WRC wins with Toyota Gazoo Racing

2023: Switched to M-Sport Ford World Rally Team

20+ career WRC rally wins and over 100 stage victories

Estonia’s Rally Warrior

Born in Kärla, Estonia, Ott Tänak rose from grassroots rallying to become one of the sport’s fiercest competitors. With a driving style marked by raw power and laser-focused precision, Tänak first captured global attention with his breakthrough win at Rally Italia Sardegna in 2018.
In 2019, he etched his name in history by becoming the first Estonian FIA World Rally Champion, combining ruthless pace with impeccable control. His journey has since seen stints with Hyundai, Toyota, and M-Sport Ford - earning more than 20 WRC victories and over 100 stage wins along the way. Off the stage, he’s known for his candid nature and unerring professionalism. With Alpinestars gear, Ott races beyond limits - defined by unbreakable speed and unrelenting spirit.