Saudi Arabia’s Yazeed Al Rajhi surged to the top of the leaderboard in the Dakar Rally, taking advantage of a consistent performance in the grueling competition. Meanwhile, defending champion Nasser Al Attiyah triumphed in Stage 9, keeping his title defense hopes alive with a commanding win.
In the motorbike category, Argentine rider Luciano Benavides dazzled for the second consecutive stage, showing his strength and ability on difficult terrains. His back-to-back victories place him in a good position to win the intense rally.
The ninth stage of the rally was tested by rocky roads and sand dunes, taking the drivers’ endurance to their limits. Competitions are now getting tough with drivers and riders inching close to the finishing line as they navigate the punishing Saudi Arabian desert.
With only a few stages remaining, Al Rajhi is under massive pressure to continue holding onto the lead. The fans are looking forward to seeing whether he can survive the non-stop challenges and achieve a first win on home soil.
