Rally driver gives Ruto a memorable WRC Safari Rally 2023

M-Sport Ford driver Pierre-Louis Loubet is making his first WRC Safari Rally appearance, and he has already had a memorable debut.

On Sunday, Loubet joined Estonia’s 2019 world champion Ott Tanak and co-driver Martin Jarveola for a visit to marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge’s Kaptagat training camp. Loubet also met with double track world record holder Faith Kipyegon.

On Wednesday, Loubet was the designated driver who took President William Ruto on a flying cruise in his Ford Puma at the Loldia Shakedown section.

Loubet said he was honored to meet Kipchoge and Kipyegon, and he was excited to drive President Ruto.

“It was an amazing experience to meet Eliud and Faith,” Loubet said. “They are true legends of sport, and it was an honor to meet them. I also really enjoyed driving President Ruto. He was a great passenger, and he really enjoyed the experience.”

Loubet is currently competing in the WRC Safari Rally, and he is currently in 12th place. He is hoping to finish the rally on a high note and make a good impression on his WRC debut.