Disastrous sixth stage of the 2023 Dakar Rally for Carlos Sainzbut more specifically for the team Audi. Those with the six rings lose their options in the race after their two drivers have suffered separate accidents.
On the one hand, ‘El Matador’ has remained on the canvas at kilometer 212 after getting stuck in a hole and suffering front suspension and battery problemswhich has made him waste a lot of time.
On the other, his partner, Stephane Peterhanselhas been forced to abandon after suffering an accident at the same point that forced his co-pilot, Edouard Boulangerto be evacuated by helicopter.
“Stéphane Peterhansel had an accident at kilometer 212 of today’s special. His co-driver, Edouard Boulanger, he was injured by the impact and suffers from back pain. The Dakar medical service airlifted him to the Buraydah hospital for additional tests,” the organization reports.
“His teammate at Audi, Carlos Sainz, had an accident in the same place. The crew has not been harmed. and is waiting to be able to repair the car before attempting to resume the race,” he added.
In this way, and after a great sixth stage, Nasser Al-Attiyah he has winning his fifth Dakar on a plate.
