Takamoto describes the Kedong' Two puncture as his worst in WRC Safari Rally
Japanese speedster Takamoto Katsuta has described the twin punctures he sustained on his two front wheels at Kedong' Two as his worst in his WRC Safari Rally career...
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Takamoto Katsuta, a prominent driver for the Toyota Gazoo Racing Team, has described the double front puncture he experienced at Kedong' Two during the WRC Safari Rally Kenya on Friday afternoon as the worst in his career at this event.
- The incident involved two simultaneous punctures on its front wheels, which Katsuta called "unusual" for the rough terrain.
- Despite the setback, Katsuta remains determined to chase his second Safari Rally title and aims to make a comeback in the remaining two days of the rally.
- Current leaders include Oliver Soleberg, one second ahead of world champion Sebestian Ogier, who believes the competition is still within his reach.
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