The six minute penalty on Stage 6 of the Dakar Rally lit the fire in Daniel Sanders and he bouned back with a strong ride o Stage 7 to extend his overall lead in the bikes category. Toby Price delivered his second straight 4th place stage finish, as well as finishing as the highest Toyota Gazoo Racing entry on the stage with an impressive drive. David Brock returned to the rally after abandoning Stage 6 and finished the day with a consistent ride.