💥 In a move that stunned the rally world , the FIA ​​has officially extended Sébastien Loeb’s disqualification from the 2025 Dakar Rally to a complete ban from all FIA-sanctioned motorsport events. The decision, based on safety concerns after Loeb’s stage-three crash and damaged roll cage, has been criticized. Loeb, a nine-time WRC champion, called the decision “not based on sound arguments” and accused the FIA ​​of unfairly targeting him..

🔥 The backlash was immediate , with fellow WRC driver Adrien Fourmaux leading a protest against the decision. Fourmaux, who was recently fined for using “inappropriate language” during a post-race interview, declared Loeb’s ban “a disgrace to rallying.” He and several other top drivers have threatened to boycott the upcoming Safari Kenya Rally if the FIA ​​does not reverse its decision. The World Rally Drivers’ Alliance (WRDA) has issued an official statement demanding transparency and reform of the FIA’s disciplinary procedures.

⚖️ FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has remained firm , stating that safety regulations must be maintained without exception. However, insiders suggest the decision has sparked an internal debate within the FIA, with some officials concerned about growing unrest among drivers. The controversy follows a string of high-profile disqualifications, including Carlos Sainz and Laia Sanz, whose vehicles were also deemed unsafe due to minor roll cage damage..

🏁 As the rally season continues , the sport faces a critical moment. If the boycott goes ahead, it could disrupt one of the most iconic events on the calendar and deepen the rift between drivers and the governing body. Fans have rallied behind Loeb, calling for fairness and consistency in the application of the rules. Whether the FIA ​​reconsiders or doubles down, one thing is clear: the battle over Sébastien Loeb’s legacy is far from over.