Sébastien Loeb, the nine-time WRC champion, has had to abandon the Dakar Rally for the third time in nine participations, following a severe accident during the third stage. His Dacia Sandrider suffered significant damage, preventing him from continuing. Having shown promise in previous years, Loeb’s quest for victory remains elusive, leading to frustration expressed by his team. His co-driver, Fabian Lurquin, emphasized the challenging nature of the race, indicating that even the best drivers need luck to succeed in such demanding conditions.