P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Reigning WRC champion Kalle Rovanperä set the benchmark time in Wednesday morning’s Safari Rally Kenya shakedown, edging Belgian rival Thierry
Finnish driver Rovanperä is eager to make a strong showing in Safari Rally after his early exit from Rally Sweden. He quickly found his rhythm on the gravel roads, initially trailing Ott Tänak but then taking the lead after a strong second run. Rovanperä is cautious about his expectations due to the unpredictable nature of the Safari Rally, preferring to focus on delivering a solid performance. Tänak ended up behind Lappi, while championship leader Neuville followed closely behind Rovanperä. Greensmith outpaced Solberg in WRC2, with both facing challenges from the harsh African conditions. Solberg managed to escape with minor damage, but Ciamin had to retire early due to suspension issues.
