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Takamoto Katsuta leads the WRC Safari Rally Kenya by over a minute after Saturday's dramatic events. The final stage is cancelled following a challenging day marked by mud and mechanical failures. Katsuta, aiming for his first World Rally win, capitalizes on setbacks from Toyota teammates Oliver Solberg and Sébastien Ogier, both forced to retire due to alternator issues. Starting the day in seventh, Katsuta climbed to third after competitors suffered double punctures and suspension failures. He then inherited the lead when Solberg and Ogier exited the race. Adrien Fourmaux of Hyundai trails Katsuta by 1m25.5s, having secured the rally's first stage win. Thierry Neuville's bid ends with a driveshaft failure after battling overheating and punctures. Katsuta’s resilience shines as he navigates treacherous conditions, setting the stage for a potential historic victory.
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