🏁 Rovanperä Sets the Pace in Safari Rally Kenya Shakedown! 🏁

The 2024 Safari Rally Kenya is officially underway, and reigning champion Kalle Rovanperä has already made a statement by setting the fastest time in the event’s shakedown! 🚀

The Toyota Gazoo Racing driver topped the timesheets with a blistering run, signaling his intent to dominate one of the most challenging rallies on the WRC calendar. The Safari Rally is notorious for its rough terrain, unpredictable weather, and the sheer endurance required to conquer it.

🔥 Shakedown Results & Performance

Rovanperä clocked the quickest time in the 5.40 km Loldia shakedown stage, showing impressive control and pace. He was closely followed by his Toyota teammates and key title contenders, but his early performance suggests he’s well-prepared for the tough stages ahead.

Other top competitors, including Elfyn Evans, Sébastien Ogier, and Thierry Neuville, also looked strong, but it was Rovanperä’s confidence on the tricky Kenyan roads that stood out. Hyundai and M-Sport Ford are expected to challenge Toyota’s dominance, but they’ll need to bring their A-game when the rally officially kicks off.

🏆 What to Expect in Safari Rally Kenya

• Extreme Conditions: Deep ruts, fesh-fesh (fine sand), and unpredictable rain make this one of the toughest rallies on the WRC calendar.
• Toyota’s Dominance: Toyota has won the past few editions of Safari Rally Kenya. Can Hyundai or M-Sport Ford break their streak?
• Strategy & Survival: With long and punishing stages, reliability and tire management will be just as crucial as outright speed.

🚗 Can Rovanperä Convert His Shakedown Pace Into Victory?

Last year’s Safari Rally was all about survival, and with Kalle already showing his speed, the big question is whether he can maintain it over the full rally distance. With Ogier’s experience, Neuville’s determination, and Evans’ consistency, it won’t be an easy battle!

Who do you think will take the win this weekend? Will Rovanperä continue his dominance, or will we see an upset from Hyundai or M-Sport? Drop your predictions below! 👇🔥