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Interview with Cristina Gutierrez: "I see Carlos Sainz as incombustible"

The story of Cristina Gutierrez is as special as it is unique, and in addition to being one of the references in Spanish motorsport, she will become one of the three drivers who will be in the new Dacia project for the Dakar Rally in 2025. The driver from Burgos…

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Dakar 2024, Stage 9: Loeb strikes back to win, Sainz remains in lead

Nine-time World Rally champion Loeb led throughout the 417km test between Ha’il and Al-’Ula on Tuesday to take his fourth stage victory of 2024, beating the Audi of Sainz by 4m14s.

Autosport

Kerala rider Harith Noah first Indian to win a stage at Dakar

KOCHI: Kerala rider Harith Noah created history on Monday by becoming the first Indian ever to win a stage at the iconic Dakar Rally. Noah, representing Sherco TVS Rally Factory squad, won Stage 8 in the Rally 2 class in his fifth Dakar.

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Dakar 2024, Stage 7: Loeb eats into Sainz's lead, drama for Ekstrom

Loeb made a low-key start to Sunday’s 483km test between Riyadh and Al-Duwadimi, but the nine-time World Rally champion was gradually able to make his way to the front, taking his third stage victory of the year with a margin of 7m06s over Toyota’s Lucas Moraes.

Autosport

Dakar disqualifies T3 leader for technical infringement

Energylandia driver Goczal had dominated the opening week of Dakar in T3 category, with his performances even earning him a place inside the overall top 10 after the 48-hour Stage 6 on Friday.

Motorsport

Dakar 2024: Van Beveren Wins Marathon Stage; Brabec Takes Overall Lead

Stage 6 of the 2024 Dakar Rally was a 48 hour marathon, but the riders tackled it with aplomb. We have a new overall leader after this round in Ricky Brabec.

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Dakar 2024, Stage 6B: Loeb wins 48-hour test, disaster for Al-Attiyah

As the 549km test around Shubaytah resumed on Friday, Loeb sat third in the order behind Audi duo Carlos Sainz Sr and Mattias Ekstrom, with 5m19s to make up and only a third of the distance remaining.

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Dakar 2024: Branch Back At The Top Of The Rankings At The Start Of Stage 6

Stage Six is a massive marathon stage that last for 48 hours. Luckily for the riders, the day after the stage wraps is a rest day and they're going to need it.

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Aussie Price thrives in Empty Quarter dunes at Dakar

Toby Price has moved up to fifth place on the virtual overall standings after a good day on his KTM amid the 48-hour stage in Saudi Arabia's Empty Quarter.

AAP

Toby Price playing catch-up after best Dakar Rally day

Australian two-time motorcycle winner Toby Price has enjoyed his best day yet at the 2024 Dakar Rally, finishing third on the fifth stage in Saudi Arabia.

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Dakar 2024: Cornejo Wins Stage 4 And Takes The Overall Lead

You never know what's going to happen at Dakar, because even experienced riders can have mechanical, nav, or other issues while competitors have a good day.

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Dakar 2024 leader nearly collided with a fan on Stage 4

Al-Rajhi recorded his best individual stage finish of the 2024 Dakar Rally when he finished second to winner Sebastien Loeb in the 299km special between Al Salamiyah and Al-Hofuf.

Autosport

Dakar 2024, Stage 4: Loeb strikes back to win, Al-Rajhi retains lead

Prodrive driver Loeb sat a distant ninth in the general classification heading into the fourth stage in Saudi Arabia, having lost a considerable amount of time on the opening day due to punctures and a broken rear tow link - and again on Monday with more tyre troubles.

Autosport

Spanish motorcyclist in induced coma after horrendous crash in Dakar Rally

Carles Falcon did not have a pulse when doctors arrived on the scene of the crash but he was resuscitated

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Peterhansel Takes 50th Dakar Win, Spanish Rider In 'Serious Condition'

Dakar Rally veteran Stephane Peterhansel notched up a record-equalling 50th stage win on Sunday as Spanish rider Carles Falcon was reported in a "serious condition" after crashing in Saudi Arabia.

The Hindu

Ross Branch tops Stage 1 for Hero at Dakar Rally

Hero MotoSports Team Rally made a strong start to the Dakar Rally as its rider Ross Branch topped the opening stage of the iconic off-roading event.

Autosport

Dakar rider hospitalised after major crash on Stage 2

Riding a Rally2-Spec KTM for the TwinTrail Racing Team, Falcon was involved in a crash 448km into Sunday’s 463km test between Al Henakiyah and Al Duwadimi.

Autosport

Dakar 2024, Stage 2: Peterhansel scores historic win, Sainz takes overall lead

Peterhansel had suffered a bruising start to his 35th appearance at the Dakar on Saturday, as a spate of punctures left him 30 minutes off the front.

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Car accident with spectator delays Dakar Stage 1 start

The first stage of Dakar started as it should, with the bikes tackling the 405km timed run to reach the second of the bivouacs at Al Henakiyah. However, the evacuation helicopter was called into action very early on at the 82km mark after Hero rider Joaquim Rodrigues suffered an accident,…

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Aussie Sanders starts well in the desert in Dakar Rally

Australian motorcyclist Daniel Sanders has made a fine start to the Dakar Rally, finishing second in the prologue to the great race in Saudi Arabia.

Autosport

Sainz expects to "suffer a lot" at start of Dakar Rally

Audi driver Sainz finished a distant 48th in the 27km stretch in Al-’Ul on Friday, dropping 2m18s to team-mate Mattias Ekstrom who set the fastest time in the sister RS Q e-tron.

Autosport

Lukas Lauda pays tribute to father in Dakar with retro McLaren F1 livery

The elder brother of long-time Aston Martin GT racer Mathias, Lukas Lauda will compete in the T3 class for lightweight vehicles, racing a Can-Am Maverick XRS Turbo entered by the South Racing Team.

Autosport

Dakar 2024: Ekstrom fastest for Audi in Prologue, Al-Attiyah misses top 10

The 46th edition of the world’s most prestigious rally-raid kicked off with a short 27km timed run in Al’Ula in the western part of Saudi Arabia on Friday, with the entire section run on sandy terrain.

AAP

Battle-hardened Price ready to fire for Dakar hat-trick

Aussie motorcycle ace Toby Price has already secured an esteemed place in Dakar Rally annals, but he's fed up of his near misses in the great race.

Autosport

Sainz shrugs off Al-Attiyah’s Audi Dakar Rally jibe

Five-time Dakar winner Al-Attiyah is looking to defend his crown driving for Prodrive following a move from Toyota.Speaking ahead of this year’s edition, which begins on Friday, Al-Attiyah was asked if he thought Audi would be a main threat. Audi is set to benefit from an FIA balance of performance…

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