Barbora Holická and Lucie Engová are poised to defend their Dakar Classic title in 2025, driving their beloved Citroën 2CV dubbed ‘Duckar.’ After finishing 63rd overall and winning the H1.A category in their debut, the two-woman crew is eager to challenge for the overall win in the historic rally raid.
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The 2025 Dakar Rally will see the return of Sara Price, who will be competing in her second consecutive event. This time, she will be joined by the experienced Sean Berriman, a former Dakar Rally winner, as they take on the grueling challenge in the SSV category with the Can-Am Maverick R.
The Dakar Rally has once again delivered high-octane drama and awe-inspiring displays of skill, as legendary champions and rising stars push themselves and their machines to the limit in the quest for glory across the desert dunes.
With only 150 starting positions available, competition is fierce to claim a spot on the Dakar Rally grid. Having the right management team to secure a drive and create an environment for success is critical, as the Dakar Rally’s growing popularity and limited seats make it essential for drivers to have expert guidance to navigate the complexities of the event.
In a major milestone for Indian motorsports, rally racer Jatin Jain has been accepted to make his debut at the prestigious Dakar Rally in 2025. This announcement comes after Jain’s impressive performances in the 2024 World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) season, earning him the attention of the Dakar organizers.
British rally raid superstar Sam Sunderland has confirmed his retirement from professional motorcycle racing, bringing an end to an illustrious career that saw him conquer the Dakar Rally twice and clinch the inaugural World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) title.
In a highly anticipated move, the new Ford Raptor T1+ will make its public debut at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed. Reigning Dakar Rally champion Carlos Sainz, the latest addition to Ford’s rally raid division, will be on hand to unveil the vehicle and showcase its capabilities on the iconic Hillclimb stage.
Quad champion Manuel Andújar is set to transition into the SSV (Side-by-Side Vehicle) category, co-driving a Can-Am Maverick with fellow W2RC competitor Juan Cruz Yacopini at the upcoming Rally Raid San Juan in Argentina. The move comes just weeks after Andújar secured the W2RC Quad title, opening a new chapter in his rally raid career.
Ferrari’s persistent porpoising problem has proved to be a significant obstacle at the Spanish Grand Prix, with drivers Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc expressing their frustration. As the Dakar Rally season approaches, the team will be focused on resolving the bouncing issue to ensure their rally raid contenders can tackle the high-speed sections with confidence.
With the KAMAZ-Master team barred from the Dakar Rally due to sanctions, their representative Sergey Kupriyanov has expressed interest in returning to the Africa Eco Race. This presents an opportunity for the AER to attract more top rally raid competitors following the exclusion of Russian teams from the Dakar.