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It is another time for cars to meet wildlife in pursuit of Safari Rally glory

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French driver Adrien Fourmaux and his co-driver Alexandre Coria during the  shakedown session of the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026 in Naivasha, Nakuru County. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard].

2026 WRC Safari Rally zoomed off to a flying start in Naivasha on Thursday and once again, it was that time when drivers have to try and avoid hitting wildlife.

The wildlife are always forced to run for dear life, and the sound of the rally cars interferes with the peace they have always enjoyed in their habitat.

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