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Finnish driver Jari Matti Latvala and co-driver Miikka Anttila compete in their Ford Fiesta RS WRC during the first stage of the 48th Rally of Catalonia in Vilalba dels Arcs, Spain, Friday, Nov. 9, 2012.
Loeb, who plans to limit his appearances on the rally circuit next season, took advantage of overnight leader Mads Ostberg's accident in the second stage to move in front.
The Citroen driver entered the last day with a 27-second lead over Jar-Matti Latvala.
The rally in the northeastern region of Catalonia has a muddy course because of heavy rain on Friday.
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