Daniel Sanders wins the 7th stage of the Dakar and consolidates his first place in the general classification

In the general classification, Sanders therefore slightly increases his lead at the top: 15’33 over Schareina and 26’07 over Van Beveren. The Frenchman is a little more serene on the 3rd step of the provisional podium, since the American Ricky Brabec (Honda), who opened the road during this stage, is relegated to 7’12. In total, eight drivers are held in less than an hour, with the Chilean Jose Ignacio Cornejo Florimo (Hero), 8th at 52’43.