Dakar 2026: Frenchman Serradori Wins Stage 10, Loeb Keeps Overall Hope Alive
The 2026 Dakar Rally continues to captivate fans as Mathieu Serradori clinched victory in Stage 10, taking place in Saudi Arabia. This stage saw fierce competition, but France’s Serradori emerged triumphant, significantly impacting the overall standings.
Dakar 2026: Stage 10 Highlights
On Wednesday, Serradori, along with his co-driver Loïc Manaudier, recorded an impressive time of 4 hours, 48 minutes, and 27 seconds over a challenging 420-kilometer special stage. Their performance was notable, as they navigated the route from the refuge bivouac to Bisha in their Century Racing vehicle.
Key Competitors
- Mathieu Serradori: Winner of Stage 10
- Nasser Al Attiyah: Five-time Dakar champion, regained the overall lead
- Sébastien Loeb: Nine-time World Rally Champion, finished third in the stage
- Nani Roma: Former leader, now in third place overall
- Henk Lategan: Experienced a difficult day with mechanical issues
Overall Standings Update
The results of Stage 10 reshuffled the overall rankings once again. Nasser Al Attiyah reclaimed first place, after briefly losing it to Nani Roma, who now finds himself in third position. Sébastien Loeb climbed to fourth overall, remaining hopeful for a first Dakar win.
| Position | Driver | Vehicle | Time Behind Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nasser Al Attiyah | Dacia Sandrider | – |
| 2 | Mathieu Serradori | Century Racing | 12 minutes |
| 3 | Sébastien Loeb | Dacia Sandrider | 23 minutes |
| 4 | Nani Roma | Ford Raptor | Unknown |
| 5 | Henk Lategan | Toyota Hilux | 12 minutes |
The rally has proven challenging, with several competitors facing setbacks. Notably, Henk Lategan struggled with mechanical difficulties, affecting his performance. As the rally progresses, all eyes remain on the frontrunners as they vie for the prestigious title.
