European Champions!

In 2023, Hayden Paddon had an exceptional season, solidifying his status as one of rallying’s premier talents. Paddon clinched the European Rally Championship (ERC) title, showcasing his prowess across diverse terrains and against fierce competition. His remarkable consistency and skillful driving earned him top honours in one of the most prestigious rally series in the world. Back on home soil, Paddon dominated the New Zealand Rally Championship, adding yet another title to his impressive collection. His success didn’t stop there; he also triumphed in the Ashley Forest Rallysprint, further cementing his legacy in the rallying community. This stellar year highlighted Paddon’s versatility, determination, and exceptional driving talent.

Taking on the World – Kiwi Style

In 2022, Hayden Paddon, alongside co-driver John Kennard, had a standout season, highlighted by their victory in the FIA World Rally2 Championship category at the Repco Rally New Zealand. Driving a Hyundai i20 N Rally2, they secured a significant triumph, setting a...

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ALWAYS POSITIVE

The new year got underway with similar goals to the previous year – to contest the full New Zealand Rally Championship and also the Australian rounds of the Asia Pacific Rally Championship if Covid travel restrictions allowed. Hayden and John were happy to earn their...

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PLANS, BUT THEN COVID

2020 started with great positivity – a goal to win three rally championship titles. First was to be another New Zealand Rally Championship. Second was to add in enough Australian events to win the FIA Pacific Cup for the second consecutive year. Third was to also take...

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NEW BEGINNINGS – CHAPTER 2

2019 heralded a new era for Paddon Rallysport with a renewed international focus from their new HQ at Highlands Motorsport Park in Central Otago, New Zealand. The team now enjoyed great testing facilities literally on their doorstep on the world-class racetrack. Early...

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TWO STEPS FORWARD

Hayden’s 2018 rally programme was also reduced by Hyundai Motorsport. He and Seb will share the updated #6 Hyundai i20 Coupe world rally car with team-mate Dani Sordo and the Spaniard’s new co-driver Carlos del Barrio. Hayden will contest seven of the 13 rallies and...

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