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Omani driver Al-Rawahi wins fourth round of Jordanian National Rally
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Omani driver Al-Rawahi wins fourth round of Jordanian National Rally

From Times of Oman · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Omani driver Abdullah Al-Rawahi won the fourth round of the Jordanian National Rally.
  • He led the race from start to finish, ahead of Bader Al-Fayez and Shaker Juwaihan.
  • Al-Rawahi used the event to prepare for the upcoming International Rally of Lebanon and refine his Skoda Fabia R5.

Young Omani driver Abdullah Al-Rawahi has claimed victory in the fourth round of the Jordanian National Rally, adding another title to his growing list of achievements in Jordanian rally racing. Al-Rawahi dominated the competition, maintaining the lead from the beginning to the end of the event.

He finished ahead of second-place finisher Bader Al-Fayez and his co-driver Joseph Mattar, and third-place finisher Shaker Juwaihan and his co-driver Mustafa Juma. Driving a Skoda Fabia R5 with his Jordanian co-driver Atta Al-Hamood, Al-Rawahi showcased a strong performance on challenging, semi-desert stages that differed from the usual Dead Sea routes. These speedy yet difficult terrains allowed Al-Rawahi to achieve consistently fast times, building a significant lead over his competitors and securing the national title.

Thank God we were able to win the fourth title of the national rally.

โ€” Abdullah Al-RawahiExpressing gratitude after winning the Jordanian National Rally.

Reflecting on the race, champion Abdullah Al-Rawahi noted that the course presented rough sections and new stages, but they were also fast-paced. "Thank God we were able to win the fourth title of the national rally," he stated. He emphasized the importance of participating in this race as part of his ongoing preparation for future events.

Al-Rawahi specifically mentioned the upcoming International Rally of Lebanon as a key event he is preparing for. He also highlighted the rally's value in helping him get accustomed to his car and identify areas for development. The event served as a crucial step in his preparation and allowed him to fine-tune his performance and his vehicle.

He added that our participation in this race is important for us, as it is to continue preparing for the upcoming events, the first of which is the International Rally of Lebanon, as well as to get used to the car and the possibility of developing it in each participation.

โ€” Abdullah Al-RawahiExplaining the significance of the rally for his future competitions and car development.
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Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.