### Ogier recovers in Rally Saudi Arabia to boost title hopes
Sebastien Ogier bounced back after a difficult first full day at the season-ending Rally Saudi Arabia, sharing the top time in Thursday’s final stage and reviving his chances of claiming a ninth World Rally Championship title.
The French driver, competing for Toyota, faced several setbacks earlier in the rally but managed to improve across later stages. His performance on the final day placed him back among the event leaders, narrowing the gap in the overall standings and keeping his title hopes alive ahead of the final classification.
Ogier’s recovery reflected both experience and persistence under challenging desert terrain conditions. With consistent pace and technical precision, he demonstrated why he remains one of the most skilled and successful drivers in WRC history.
> “It was a tough start, but we’re still in the fight,” Ogier said after the stage. “Every second counts at this level, so staying focused made all the difference.”
Sunday’s final stages are expected to determine whether Ogier secures his ninth world title or falls just short in one of the most competitive WRC seasons in recent years.
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**Author’s summary:** Ogier overcame early setbacks in Rally Saudi Arabia, sharing the final stage win and reigniting his pursuit of a ninth World Rally Championship crown.
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AFP on MSN — 2025-11-28