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Success at Monte-Carlo World Rallycross Championship

An exclusive look at how Gaudio designed and manufactured custom 3D-printed trophies for the World Rallycross Championship.

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Matt Macrow

September 2, 2024

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Victory in Monte-Carlo saw Hyundai star Thierry Neuville lift the world-renown FIA World Rallycross Championship trophy after a triumphant opener earlier this year. 

Despite early engine issues, Neuville went on to take first place with a 3.3 second advantage. Celebrating on the podium, he lifted a custom 3D-printed trophy, personalised for each leg of the race. 

Designing 3D-Printed Trophies

For this event, the client had a clear vision: Tall, modern, and stylish.

World Rallycross races have no shortage of inspiration for our in-house design team. From mid-race photographs to brand details across their site and social media, the team uses all facets of an event to design a custom trophy.

Images of the event are outstanding, capturing stunning movement as cars kick up dust on moonlit tracks, or speed through races in all weathers, and podium photos are sure to show triumphant winners raising their trophy on the podium.

The WRC logo was a perfect place to start; it’s consistent across all areas of the Championship, and the iconic track-like font is instantly recognisable. It’s known to fans across the world, and making it front and centre of the trophy offers a versatile design that can be used for multiple events, contributing to a sense of consistency alongside an already impressive brand presence throughout the event.

A tapered 3D design combined the logo with a sense of movement, encouraging eyes to follow the design up a sweeping edge before reaching the logo as a focal point.

Different colours and large acrylic detail differentiates between first, second and third place trophies, and a name plate includes details of each leg of the championship.

Monte Carlo World Rallycross Championship Trophy 2

Creating the World Rallycross Championship Trophy

A custom 3D-printed trophy begins with a digital model of the award. It helps us understand the structure of the component, as well as its weight and dimensions. At this stage, we can add any necessary structural support and make design changes. Once the model is finalised, the file is sent to our 3D printer, where it begins to take shape. 

3D-printed trophies are a sturdy option that remain detail-oriented, offering intricate design elements and shapes that can’t be achieved through other manufacturing processes. Once the resin model is complete, it’s cured, set, and finished. The team hand finish each component, ensuring edges are smooth and the surface is ready for colour.  

For the Rallycross awards, we added colour using a silk finish black paint. Giving a premium look, and a shower-resistant finish, it means the trophy can be presented in rain or shine – a key feature for an outdoor event!  

The entire piece is fixed to a solid tiered aluminium base, boasting a shiny mirror-polish finish, and a curved name plate complete with the WRC logo, recipient placement, and classification.  

Finally, this 3d-printed trophy is finished with acrylic detail. Combining materials lets us highlight these important areas; the numbers one, two, and three sit on the front of the award, created using layers of black and colour acrylic. Orange, navy and white define each standing, and this use of colour is mirrored on the top of the award where the WRC logo also features layered acrylic detail.  

Packed and protected in a custom case, the final awards shipped to events across the globe.  

This years’ WRC Rally season has seen some jaw-dropping moments and stand-out performances, and concludes in October with the Central European Rally.  

2024 FIA World Rally Championship / Round 01 / Rallye Monte Carlo / 24-28th January, 2024 // Worldwide Copyright: Toyota GAZOO Racing WRT

3D-Printed Trophies from Gaudio

3D-printed trophies are offering new ways for brands and events to shine, to display the unique elements that make them recognisable. Combined with classic materials, like aluminium and acrylic, a 3D-printed trophy is a contemporary option suitable for any event. 

If you’re looking for a quirky or unique 3D printed trophy to celebrate your next sporting event, our expert team are on-hand to help. We offer free design services, as well as in-house manufacturing and finishing.  

Get in touch to receive your free quote today. 

Monte Carlo World Rallycross Championship Trophy 1

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