WRC Safari Rally 2026: Neuville tops shakedown as drivers warn of brutal race
Thierry Neuville set the pace on Safari Rally Kenya’s new shakedown stage as heavy pre-event rain raised fears of an especially punishing third round of the 2026 World Rally Championship...
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Thierry Neuville set the fastest time during the shakedown for the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026, but heavy rain has drivers anticipating a brutal and unpredictable race.
- Thierry Neuville finished the shakedown 1.8 seconds ahead of Oliver Solberg.
- Key drivers like Elfyn Evans and SĂ©bastien Ogier have warned of "extreme conditions" and "survival" tests due to the rain.
- Drivers are emphasizing the need to balance speed with caution in the upcoming rounds of the World Rally Championship.
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Neuville Tops Safari Rally Shakedown as Drivers Warn of Brutal Race - March 2026
Thierry Neuville set the fastest time during the shakedown for the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026, but heavy rain has drivers anticipating a brutal and unpredictable race. The 2026 WRC Safari Rally has officially kicked off in Naivasha, transforming the lakeside town into a hub of activity and economic boom. Mechanics are in a race against time to put the finishing touches on rally cars at the Kenya Wildlife Service Research and Training Institute as teams finalize preparations. The event runs until Sunday, with drivers battling for supremacy on challenging terrains.
