Rallye Monte-Carlo lived up to its reputation, as the first leg proved particularly difficult to manage. In spite of the testing conditions, the Citroën Total Abu Dhabi World Rally Team crews made a strong start to the 2014 World Rally Championship. Kris Meeke and Paul Nagle chose their tyres well and produced a flawless performance to end day one in second position in the overall standings, 38.8s behind the leader. On their first day of competitive action in the Citroën DS3 WRC, Mads Østberg and Jonas Andersson made it back to the service park in fifth overall.