The 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally, commencing on March 20, 2025, in Kenya, will feature 33 crews competing in both the World and African championship categories.
Notable Entries
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Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin (Toyota GR Yaris Rally1): Fresh off a victory at the Sweden Rally, this Welsh duo leads the entry list.
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Kalle Rovanperä and Jonne Halttunen (Toyota GR Yaris Rally1): The Finnish pair, reigning Safari Rally champions and two-time world champions, aim to defend their title.
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Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe (Hyundai i20 N Rally1): The Belgian team enters as the defending WRC champions, seeking to maintain their dominance.
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Ott Tänak and Martin Järveoja (Hyundai i20 N Rally1): The 2019 world champions from Estonia are strong contenders in this year's rally.
Kenyan Representation
Kenya boasts a robust lineup, with five local drivers participating:
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Carl Tundo and Tim Jessop (Ford Fiesta R2): This duo is listed in both the main WRC and WRC Masters Cup categories.
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Karan Patel and Tauseef Khan (Skoda Fabia): Positioned 24th on the entry list, Patel is the highest-ranked Kenyan driver.
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Jeremiah Wahome and Victor Okundi (Skoda Fabia RS): This team adds to the strong Kenyan presence in the rally.
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Hamza Anwar and Adnan Din (Ford Fiesta R2): Another competitive Kenyan team to watch.
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Jasmeet Chana and Ravi Chana (Ford Fiesta R2): Completing the list of Kenyan entrants, this pair brings experience to the rally.
Event Highlights
The Safari Rally has introduced two new stages this year: Mzabibu and Camp Moran. The event will culminate with the second run of the Hell's Gate speed test, a 10.53km stage serving as the Power Stage on Sunday, starting at 14:15 PM.
Prior to the main event, teams will participate in a 5km Shakedown stage at Sleeping Warrior, allowing them to test their vehicles under rally conditions and make necessary adjustments based on weather and terrain.
The 2025 WRC Safari Rally promises intense competition, with top-tier drivers navigating Kenya's challenging terrains. Motorsport enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate this iconic event.
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