Nasser al-Attiyah Secures 51st Career Win at 2023 Dakar Rally Amidst Controversy
In a dramatic seventh day of the 47th Dakar Rally, Nasser al-Attiyah from Dacia claimed victory despite mechanical issues, marking his 51st career win. Meanwhile, French motorcyclist Adrien Van Beveren faced a setback due to a two-minute penalty for speeding, allowing Argentina’s Luciano Benavides to take the stage win. Current standings show Daniel Sanders leading the motorcycle category, while al-Attiyah reduces his overall deficit in the car category, still led by Henk Lategan.