IntelliSpatial Fleetcare Racing Team Principal, Peter Rullo, proudly announced his entry in the World
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As the sun sets over Yanbu, marking the culmination of the Dakar Rally, the numbers tell a captivating tale โ 7,891 kilometres covered, 434 racing machines, and 778 steadfast competitors. Episode 8 of In The Dust captures the essence of this incredible journey, illuminating the extraordinary tales that unfolded in the desert.
At the epicentre of the Dakar Rally, where the engines roar and the desert stretches endlessly, lies a bustling city that never sleeps – the bivouac. The penultimate episode of ‘In The Dust’ casts a spotlight on the unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep this temporary camp moving
Not since Jutta Kleinschmidt stood upon the top step of the elite cars in 2001 has a woman claimed a title in the Dakar, however Cristina Gutiรฉrrez has made history as the winner of the Challenger class and just the second woman ever to take the top step overcoming a 25-minute deficit.
Cristina Gutiรฉrrez made history by winning the Dakar Rally and becoming the first woman in 23 years to secure this prestigious title. Triumphing in the Challenger category during stage 12 alongside co-driver Pablo Moreno, the Spaniard staged an impressive comeback, overcoming a 25-minute deficit behind Mitch Guthrie Jr. with unmatched determination.
The 4th edition of the Dakar Classic has been won by a Spaniard by the name of Carlos. Not Sainz, but Santaolalla Milla, a fierce competitor like ‘El Matador’ and one who has been chasing victory for three editions.
Not many observers were ready to bet on a happy end for Audiโs adventure on the Dakar. When it decided in 2022 to embark on the daring gamble of leading a hybrid vehicle to success, the German constructor made a strong impact by hiring Stรฉphane Peterhansel, Carlos Sainz and Mattias Ekstrรถm
It was an edition to forget for all the KTMs, broadly speaking. Since 2020, KTM has always put one of its riders on the podium, which means this yearโs performance is a blow for the constructor. Whatโs more, it is the first time since 1993 that no European constructors are on the final podium.
Time to check out the dirty, grubby, oily, happy faces from Stage 10 of the Dakar 2024 race.
As the 2024 Dakar wraps, its time for the podium celebrations!