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Carlos Sainz gets his first win with Ford

Sainz gets his first stage victory and Ford gets its first win in the rally, while Al Attiyah keeps the overall leadership.

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The Rallye du Maroc has reached its fifth stage with events that have reshuffled positions and results across various categories, both for motorcycles and cars. Below, we present a summary of the day's standout performances.

Carlos Sainz and the Ford Raptor's First Victory

Carlos Sainz claimed the Ford Raptor's first victory in this edition, showcasing the vehicle's potential and his consistency in the competition. On the other hand, Yazeed Al Rajhi, with his Overdrive Racing, secured the second position in the stage, while Guerlain Chicherit earned his first podium with the Mini JCW. In the overall classification, Nasser Al Attiyah remains in the lead, with a nine-minute advantage over Guillaume de Mévius, while Guerlain Chicherit has climbed to third place.

Challenger and SSV: Goczal and "Chaleco" López Stand Out

Eryk Goczal continued his dominance in the Challenger category with another victory, while his uncle Michal Goczal faced issues that prevented him from competing today. In SSV, Francisco "Chaleco" López and Manuel Andújar stood out, leading the overall classification before the EXP vehicles are eliminated from tomorrow's standings.

Next Stage: Final Challenge

The final stage promises to be technical and sandy, with few rocky elements, as noted by David Castera, the race director. Drivers will need to stay focused to finish the competition successfully.

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