The latest rounds of the Dakar Rally have highlighted Red Bull’s weaknesses in dealing with challenging terrain, as the RB20 has struggled with issues inherited from its predecessors. This has presented opportunities for rivals like Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell to catch up, making the Dakar competition even more exciting as the race moves to its European stages.

Aston Martin has encountered a challenging few weeks on the Dakar Rally circuit, as their AMR24 car has proven difficult to set up and drive consistently. Both driver Fernando Alonso and his teammate Lance Stroll have reported similar issues with the car’s handling, noting a tendency to shift from oversteer on entry to mid-corner understeer. The team is working to address these setup issues and unlock more performance from the car as the Dakar Rally season progresses.

WEC

Iconic MotoGP star Valentino Rossi has announced an expanded car racing program for 2024, confirming plans to compete in both the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the Endurance Cup of the GT World Challenge Europe. This marks the next chapter in Rossi’s successful transition from two-wheeled to four-wheeled motorsports, as he continues to leave his mark on the sport as a true legend.