As the 2025 Dakar Rally draws near, the world’s top off-road racers are gearing up for the ultimate test on wheels. This legendary event, known for its grueling stages and unpredictable terrain, challenges competitors across cars, motorcycles, trucks, and quads to push their limits. Taking place from January 3–17 in Saudi Arabia, the 47th edition will see racers tackle 7,759 kilometers, including 12 timed special stages, from Bisha to Shubaytah. (more…)
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Dakar Rally – Stéphane Peterhansel Wins Record 14th Dakar Title 30 Years After First
French legend Stéphane Peterhansel kept main rival Nasser Al-Attiyah in sight on Stage 12 in Saudi Arabia to wrap up a record 14th Dakar Rally victory on Friday – 30 years after his first one – as Russian Dmitry Sotnikov earned his maiden truck crown and Chilean Chaleco Lopez a second title. (more…)
Dakar Rally – Al-Attiyah cuts Peterhansel’s Dakar lead going into penultimate stage
Nasser Al-Attiyah took a small chunk out of 13-time champion Stéphane Peterhansel’s now 17-minute lead in the final days of the Dakar Rally. And in the bike class Sam Sunderland continues to chase the leading duo. (more…)
Dakar Rally 2021 – Three-time Champion Al-Attiyah Banks Stage Two Victory to Move Up
Three-time Dakar Rally champion Nasser Al-Attiyah held his nerve on Monday’s Stage Two to claw back time on rivals Stéphane Peterhansel and Carlos Sainz in the car standings as Russian Dmitry Sotnikov extended his truck lead. (more…)