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Carlos Sainz claims victory at Rally de Asturias Historico

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Carlos Sainz claims victory at Rally de Asturias Historico

Summary

Carlos Sainz secured a win at the Rally de Asturias Historico, marking his debut in the Ford Puma Rally1. The event, held in Spain, celebrated Sainz’s rally career, with competitive stages totaling 126.66 kilometers. After starting behind Sebastien Loeb, who led initially, Sainz took over when Loeb faced a clutch failure in stage eight. Sainz finished 1 minute and 3.6 seconds ahead of Francois Delecour, expressing gratitude to the fans and organizers at the finish line.

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By the Numbers

•Sainz made his competitive debut in the Ford Puma Rally1.
•Loeb led early before suffering a mechanical failure.
•Sainz won by 1 minute and 3.6 seconds over Delecour.
•The rally took place in Spain, featuring 10 stages.
•Sainz thanked fans and sponsors for their support.

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Double world rally champion Carlos Sainz tasted victory at Rally de Asturias Historico, making his competitive debut driving a Ford Puma Rally1 World Rally Championship car. The 1990 and 1992 world rally champion jumped behind the wheel of the latest generation WRC car at the 10-stage asphalt rally in Spain that paid tribute to Sainz’s illustrious career. The 64-year-old teamed up with ...Keep reading
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