Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah achieved his fifth title at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, finishing with a time of 14 hours, 26 minutes, and 55 seconds. His eighth win in 16 W2RC rounds has positioned him at the top of the championship standings with 91 points, outpacing Yazeed Al Rajhi by 19 points. Lucas Moraes and Seth Quintero completed the podium in second and third, respectively, during a thrilling final day.
In a stunning display of skill and determination, Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah of Qatar secured his fifth title at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, part of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). Partnering with co-driver Edouard Boulanger in a Dacia Sandrider, Al Attiyah triumphed over five stages, finishing the rally with a remarkable total time of 14 hours, 26 minutes, and 55 seconds.
This victory marks Al Attiyah’s eighth win in 16 rounds of the W2RC. He has now reclaimed the championship lead with an impressive total of 91 points, placing him 19 points ahead of his nearest competitor, Yazeed Al Rajhi. This success reinforces Al Attiyah’s formidable presence in the world of motorsport.
The final day of the rally was filled with excitement, as Al Attiyah clinched first place in the last stage, finishing 1 minute and 47 seconds ahead of the competitors. Toyota Gazoo Racing’s duo of Lucas Moraes and Armand Monleon took home the second position, while Seth Quintero and Dennis Zenz secured third place in the overall standings, highlighting the competitive spirit of the event.
Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah’s victory at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge underscores his dominance in the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship. With five titles in this prestigious event and a commanding lead in the championship standings, Al Attiyah continues to solidify his legacy in motorsport. His performance not only showcases his expertise but also elevates the excitement surrounding the ongoing rally series.
Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
