Ott Tänak from Estonia is leading at the Rally Kenya after Thursday’s stages, 2.4 seconds ahead of Takamoto Katsuta. Elfyn Evans set the fastest time in the first special stage, while Tänak claimed the lead by excelling in the second stage. The competition continues with tight standings, highlighting the skills of the top drivers.
The 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) season is currently taking place in Kenya, featuring challenging road conditions. After Thursday’s events, Estonia’s Ott Tänak, representing Hyundai, leads the standings, holding a 2.4-second advantage over his nearest competitor, Takamoto Katsuta from Toyota.
In the opening special stage of the WRC Safari Rally Kenya, the fastest time was recorded by Elfyn Evans of Toyota, clocking in at 3 minutes 09.09 seconds. Kalle Rovanperä and Thierry Neuville, both from Toyota and Hyundai respectively, were tied in joint second place, trailing Evans by 1.5 seconds. Tänak began in fourth position, remaining 2.2 seconds behind the leader after the first stage.
In the second stage, Ott Tänak achieved the fastest time, which allowed him to obtain the overall lead. Takamoto Katsuta showed formidable skill, initially leading at the halfway point, but ultimately finished second, just 1.1 seconds behind Tänak. Gregoire Munster from M-Sport Ford secured third place, finishing 2.3 seconds back.
Following Thursday’s racing, the overall rankings reflect Tänak in first, Katsuta in second (2.4 seconds behind), and Munster in third (2.6 seconds behind). Last year’s champion of Rally Kenya, Kalle Rovanperä, trails closely in fourth, positioned 3.0 seconds off the lead.
Rally Kenya will continue on Friday at 6:28 a.m. Estonian time, promising further action and excitement in the competition.
In conclusion, Ott Tänak of Estonia leads after the initial stages of Rally Kenya in the 2025 WRC season. Having secured the overall lead after a strong performance, he is followed closely by Takamoto Katsuta and Gregoire Munster. As the rally resumes, attention will be on whether Tänak can maintain his lead against formidable competitors.
Original Source: news.err.ee
