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Dakar Rally Stage 10: Loprais Secures Second Consecutive Stage Win, Podium Battle Heats Up

15/01/2025

Aleš Loprais claimed his second consecutive stage victory in a challenging route through the dunes, completing the stage in 2 hours, 22 minutes, and 41 seconds. Mitchel van den Brink followed closely, just 48 seconds behind, while Martin Macik finished...

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Tim and Tom frustrated by oil leak after solid stage in the dunes

15/01/2025

The tenth stage of the Dakar Rally went well for Tim and Tom Coronel. With the help of the four-wheel drive in their Century CR7, the towering dunes were no match for the brothers. They were on course for a...

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All roads lead to ‘Roma’ as Lategan strikes back

15/01/2025

In 2015, Nani Roma claimed his last stage win in the Dakar Rally. Ten years later, the Spaniard achieved another victory, securing the first-ever stage win for Ford M-Sport. In the dunes of the Empty Quarter, Roma was 18 seconds...

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Spierings forced to retire after broken drive shaft

15/01/2025

The long connecting route from Haradh to Shubaytah was too long for the Taurus T3 Max of Paul Spierings and Jan Pieter van der Stelt. After 255 kilometers on the connecting route, the drive shaft of the buggy broke. As...

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Docherty Does It! Stage win for the BAS World KTM Racing Team

15/01/2025

With just the second-ever stage win in the Dakar Rally by a Rally2 rider—following Danilo Petrucci’s triumph in 2022—Michael Docherty has etched his name into Dakar history, firmly establishing himself as a rising star in the sport. Early in the...

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Loprais wins thrilling ninth Dakar stage

14/01/2025

The ninth stage of the Dakar Rally 2025 was one to remember. Birthday boy Mitchel van den Brink seemed on course for the stage victory for much of the day, but in the end, it was Aleš Loprais who crossed...

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Strong performances but setbacks in the ninth stage for Van Loon Racing

14/01/2025

The ninth stage, from Riyadh to Haradh, brought both highs and lows for Van Loon Racing. The fast course offered opportunities for strong results, but a wrong turn and some bad luck prevented the teams from having a perfect day....

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A true Dakar day in the dust for Tim and Tom

14/01/2025

The ninth stage of the Dakar Rally, from Riyadh to Haradh, offered a fast route with breathtaking landscapes but also significant challenges. For Tim and Tom Coronel, the stage was all about dust, navigation, and patience. Despite a flat tire...

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Al-Attiyah secures Dacia’s first stage win, new leader in the car category

14/01/2025

It took longer than Nasser Al-Attiyah had hoped, but his first stage win with the Dacia Sandrider is now a reality! The five-time Dakar winner was exceptionally fast, finally gaining time on the top three. Guillaume de Mevius took second...

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Stage 8 Dakar Rally: Fourth Win for Macik as Podium Battle Intensifies

13/01/2025

Martin Macik secured his fourth stage victory in this year’s Dakar Rally. Driving his MMT EVO 4, he completed the grueling 489-kilometer stage in 5 hours, 25 minutes, and 22 seconds. Ales Loprais benefited from a penalty handed to Vaidotas...