The 1997 Race of Champions took place on December 7 at Gran Canaria. It was the 10th running of the event, and the 6th running at Gran Canaria. Carlos Sainz defeated sometime Subaru WRC teammate Colin McRae to become Champion of Champions.
Participants
DriverReason for Qualification Colin McRaeWorld Rally champion in 1995 Didier AuriolWorld Rally champion in 1994 Carlos SainzWorld Rally champion in 1990 and 1992 Jarmo KytölehtoWinner in the International Masters Armin SchwarzFinalist in the International Masters Gustavo Trelles3rd in the International Masters Walter RöhrlWinner in the Legends Race Stig BlomqvistFinalist in the Legends Race
Race of Champions
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