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March 13, 2026
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It is another time for cars to meet wildlife in pursuit of Safari Rally glory

It is another time for cars to meet wildlife in pursuit of Safari Rally glory

The wildlife are always forced to run for dear life, and the sound of the rally cars interferes with the peace they have always enjoyed in their habitat...

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The 2026 WRC Safari Rally kicked off in Naivasha on Thursday, with drivers navigating routes shared with wildlife, and thankfully, no incidents were reported on the opening day.

  • Wildlife, including zebras, antelopes, and warthogs, were spotted crossing rally routes before or after the cars passed.
  • French driver Adrien Fourmaux and his co-driver Alexandre Coria participated in the shakedown session.
  • Unlike past incidents, such as Hyundai driver Ott Tanak's encounter with zebras in 2022, the 2026 rally saw a harmonious coexistence between cars and animals.

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