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WRC Safari Rally: Neuville edges Tanak to grab early lead
The WRC calendar’s most gruelling event commenced with the traditional Kasarani side-by-side super special in Nairobi, where Neuville barely edged out Tanak by 0.1 seconds. Neuville expressed optimism for the challenging rally, emphasizing the importance of avoiding technical issues and mistakes. Hyundai took on the stage without a snorkel device, unlike Toyota and M-Sport Ford who opted for newly designed intake systems due to dry conditions. Tanak emphasized the need to navigate the rally without trouble and acknowledged the stress and importance of luck in adverse weather conditions. Rovanpera emerged as the highest-placed Toyota driver, highlighting the competitive nature of the rally and the need to stay focused throughout the challenging week.
