Yazeed Al Rajhi and Daniel Sanders Shine in Grueling Dakar Rally Stage

Al Rajhi claims victory in the car category while Sanders dominates on bikes during the challenging 48-hour stage, as Carlos Sainz's title defense falters after a crash.

Saudi driver Yazeed Al Rajhi won the 967km 48-hour stage in the car category despite a 2-minute speeding penalty, finishing ahead of South African Henk Lategan and Qatari Nasser Al Attiyah.
Lategan now leads the overall car standings, 4 minutes and 45 seconds ahead of Al Rajhi, after strategically managing his vehicle during the demanding stage.
Defending champion Carlos Sainz's hopes of retaining his title were dashed after flipping his Ford Raptor in the dunes, leaving him over 90 minutes behind the leaders in 20th place overall.
Australian Daniel Sanders secured his third consecutive stage win in the motorcycle category, extending his overall lead to 12 minutes and 36 seconds over American Skyler Howes.
The 48-hour stage tested competitors with harsh desert conditions, minimal team support, and challenging navigation, underscoring the endurance required in the Dakar Rally.