Dramatic Turn at Rally de Portugal: Ogier Takes Lead After Tänak's Heartbreaking Failure
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Dramatic Turn at Rally de Portugal: Ogier Takes Lead After Tänak's Heartbreaking Failure

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Summary:

  • Sébastien Ogier leads Vodafone Rally de Portugal after Ott Tänak's power steering failure

  • Tänak drops over 45 seconds on the longest stage, falling to third place

  • Ogier aims for a record seventh victory at the event

  • Kalle Rovanperä secures second place, 8.5 seconds ahead of Tänak

  • The rally's final day promises more thrilling action

Sébastien Ogier has taken a surprising overnight lead at the Vodafone Rally de Portugal after Ott Tänak's hopes for victory were crushed by a power steering failure late on Saturday afternoon. Tänak, who had led since Friday morning, faced a devastating setback during the rally's longest stage, Amarante 2, dropping over 45 seconds and falling to third place.

Sebastien Ogier © WRC

Ogier, an eight-time world champion, now leads by 27.6 seconds heading into Sunday's finale, positioning him for a potential record-extending seventh victory at this event. Despite the lead, Ogier expressed mixed feelings, stating, "It’s not the way you want to win any fight."

Kalle Rovanperä moved up to second place, 8.5 seconds ahead of Tänak, while Thierry Neuville climbed to fourth, showcasing the intense competition among the top drivers. The rally continues to deliver unexpected twists, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

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