08-11-16 - Rydell fifth in WTCC Rickard Rydell had the chance of claiming third overall in the WTCC ahead of the two final races of the year in Macau. It didn’t go the Swede’s way as he retired from third in race one. In race two he finished fourth after a lot of action. 08-10-26 - Rydell wins in Japan! Rickard Rydell took his second victory of the season in great style at a wet Okayama International Circuit. With the Swede’s win SEAT secured the Manufacturers’ championship. ”Fantastic to be back in Japan and take such an important win!" said Rickard Rydell. 08-10-23 - Rydell back in Japan When the WTCC comes to Japan this weekend it’s a welcome return for SEAT driver Rickard Rydell. In the early ’90s the Swede raced in Japan but local knowledge isn’t a guarantee for success in a close championships as the WTCC.