SUMMARY - Stage 7 : Chaleco in time for Chile, VW at the forefront

Mendoza - Valparaiso
Before the day of rest during which the Dakar will be based in Valparaiso, Francisco Lopez won the first special stage of his career on the Dakar. Just before crossing the border into Chile, the former world 450cc champion has scaled another summit of his career. In the car category, the Volkswagen parade continues. Carlos Sainz grabbed a 3rd stage victory and also took hold of the lead in the general standings. The title holder, Stéphane Peterhansel was forced to abandon after breaking his motor. As regards the trucks, they headed straight for the Pacific coast, since their special stage was cancelled.

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Sports

Tags:

• dakar
• sport
• rally
• valparaiso
• mendoza
• chile
• lopez
• sainz
• peterhansel