P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Dakar 2024, Stage 10: Loeb shrinks Sainz’s lead as Chicherit wins stage
During the 371km Alula loop stage, Sebastien Loeb encountered several issues, including punctures and a problem with his car’s jack, which caused him to lose time. Carlos Sainz, on the other hand, also suffered punctures and needed assistance from his teammate to continue. As a result, both drivers experienced delays and had their overall positions affected. After the stage, Sainz maintained his lead but now had Loeb trailing behind by 13m22s. Meanwhile, Toyota’s Guerlain Chicherit claimed the stage victory, moving up to fifth place overall. Nasser Al-Attiyah, the defending Dakar Rally champion, officially withdrew from the event due to mechanical issues with his car.
