Best Dakar Rally Podcasts (2024)

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Interview: Getting To Know British Rally Icons Gwyndaf And Elfyn Evans 24:25

6h ago24:25

24:25

Two titans of the British rallying scene are the latest guests to join us on the Gravel Notes podcast. Gwyndaf Evans lit up the stages in the 1980s and 1990s winning the British Rally Championship in 1996 driving a Ford Escort RS2000 before going on to finish a championship runner on four occasions. His son Elfyn has since developed into a regular …

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 8: Red Bull Romaniacs, World Championship Round 4 (Pre-race) 50:46

1h ago50:46

50:46

In this episode we talk about round 4 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship - Red Bull Romaniacs. Known as the toughest hard enduro race in the world and taking place from the 22nd - 27th of July in the carpathian mountains of Romania, this is the second rally style race of the championship. We have an exclusive interview with Martin Freinademe…

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Kirsten Landman || Women in hard enduro, Dakar & South African racing 51:45

2h ago51:45

51:45

We welcome Kirsten Landman onto the World Hard Enduro Podcast following her race at Xross in Serbia and ahead of 2024 Red Bull Romaniacs. We discuss how she got into riding dirt bikes and her big break into racing as a profession. Often professional athletes are placed on a pedestal, sometimes we forget that they’re normal people too who face very …

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 7: Xross Hard Enduro Rally, 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship 57:43

16d ago57:43

57:43

In this episode we talk about Round 3 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship at the 2024 Xross Hard Enduro Rally in Serbia. Spoiler alert! We have a new winner, with Manuel Lettenbichler unable to compete due to a knee injury the top step of the podium is open and waiting for a new and deserving rider to take their place. We see a change up not …

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Interview: World Champion Petter Solberg 57:46

1M ago57:46

57:46

Few wore their heart on the sleeve and entertained like Petter Solberg, which earned him legions of fans and the nickname Mr Hollywood. More than two decades on from winning the 2003 World Rally Championship title the much-loved Norwegian remains a force in the rallying scene. But what is it like to be Petter Solberg - the showman? Autosport’s WRC …

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S1 E8: WINGS 25:54

19d ago25:54

25:54

Catherine and Dom discuss their love for wings and the history of buffalo wings. They talk about the key elements of a good wing, such as the sauce, quality of chicken, and crispiness. They also touch on the debate between drumsticks and flats and the proper way to eat a wing wings, buffalo wings, drumsticks, flats, sauce, chicken, crispiness, caps…

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Valentino Hutter || Austrian Enduro Youth Championship, 2024 Erzbergrodeo & X-Grip GIVEAWAY 40:12

21d ago40:12

40:12

We welcome Valentino Hutter onto the World Hard Enduro Podcast. A 16 year old X-Grip rider who is making waves in the hard enduro community. We discuss how he got into enduro riding, past achievements as well as his previous performances. We end off with some suggestions for amateur riders and some fun personal questions. A two-time Austrian Enduro…

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S1 E7: Whisky 26:05

27d ago26:05

26:05

Catherine and cocktail expert Billy dive into the world of whiskey. They explore Billy's extensive experience as a bartender, the nuances of ordering drinks at a bar, and debunk some myths about whiskey. From the differences between bourbon, scotch, and whiskey to the art of distillation, this episode is packed with insights and fun anecdotes. Tune…

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S1 E6: Dad Advice (Father's Day Edition) 11:31

1M ago11:31

11:31

Catherine talks to her dad about various topics, including Father's Day, inventing the skateboard, and DIY projects.By Men Stuff Podcast

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 6: Xross Hard Enduro Rally, 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship (Pre-race) 51:21

1M ago51:21

51:21

In this episode we talk about round 3 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship - Xross Hard Enduro Rally. Taking place from the 19th - 22nd of June in the Serbian mountains, this is the first rally style race of the championship. We have an exclusive interview with Vladan Komatovic, the race director and mastermind behind Xross. Talking about the …

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Matthew Green || 2024 Erzbergrodeo, his racing career and South African Hard Enduro 1:05:40

30d ago1:05:40

1:05:40

We welcome Matthew Green onto the World Hard Enduro Podcast after his 11th place finish at the 2024 Erzbergrodeo. We discuss his experience at the race delving deeper into his thoughts about the race from a participants perspective. We also get a glimpse into the chaos that is the Erzberg parade. In 2022 Matthew was crowned the first ever Hard Endu…

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S1 E5: Rocky Part 2 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Catherine and Christiaan discuss the turning point in the 1976 movie where Rocky starts training for his fight with Apollo Creed.By Men Stuff Podcast

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 5: Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

In this episode we talk about Round 2 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship at the 2024 Erzbergrodeo. Firstly, we are excited to announce that the X-Grip will be supporting the World Hard Enduro Podcast for the remainder of the 2024 season. In the future we will be discussing more about who X-Grip is, what they sell as well as which riders they…

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Interview: Double World Champion Kalle Rovanperä 43:01

1M ago43:01

43:01

Toyota Gazoo Racing’s Kalle Rovanpera is one of the brightest young talents in Motorsport having rewritten the World Rally Championship record books, becoming the youngest ever champion aged 22 in 2022. Last year he joined an elite group of drivers to defend the crown that include Juha Kankkunen, Miki Biasion, Tommi Makinen, Sebastien Loeb and Seba…

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Tanak Back In The Title Fight After Record Finish – WRC Sardinia 2024 Review 1:03:42

1M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

The dust has just about settled from an absolute barnstormer of a Rally Italia Sardinia that saw Hyundai’s Ott Tanak victorious by the joint smallest winning margin in series history. Tanak defeated Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier by 0.2s after final stage drama, while points leader Thierry Neuville and contender Elfyn Evans found the going tough as the W…

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S1 E4: Manly Bit - Boxing Weight Classes 7:54

2M ago7:54

7:54

Weight divisions are designed to prevent mismatches between opponents and create a safer environment for competitors. But what are they really?By Men Stuff Podcast

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S1 E3: Manly Bit - What is Unleaded 87? 8:17

2M ago8:17

8:17

In this episode of Manly Bits, Catherine explains what unleaded 87 fuel means.By Men Stuff Podcast

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S1 E2: Rocky Part 1 37:44

2M ago37:44

37:44

In the first of a 2 part episode of Men's Stuff, Catherine and Christiaan discuss the first half of the 1976 movie Rocky.By Men Stuff Podcast

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Analysing Lancia’s Rally Comeback and the WRC’s Sardinia Sprint Concept 49:08

2M ago49:08

49:08

It has been a big week for rallying already. Lancia has announced it is making a long-awaited comeback to the stages while the World Rally Championship will trial its new sprint concept in Sardinia. Autosport WRC reporter Tom Howard and rally journalist Luke Barry take a look at what Lancia’s announcement means for the world of rallying and preview…

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S1 E1: Paris to Dakar 43:48

2M ago43:48

43:48

The Paris to Dakar Rally is an iconic off-road race that challenges participants to navigate through harsh terrains and extreme conditions. The vehicles used in the race, such as modified cars, motorcycles, and trucks, are built to withstand the challenges of the course. The race attracts both professional teams and amateur enthusiasts who are draw…

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Men Stuff, the podcast on man things 1:48

2M ago1:48

1:48

Welcome to Men Stuff, the podcast on man things - where we explore all topics that are traditionally considered 'manly.' But this podcast isn't just for men - and it isn't just for women, it's for everyone who wants to learn more about sports, cars, grilling, and all the manly bits in between. Our host Catherine interviews experts on various topics…

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 4: Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, World Championship Round 2 (Pre-race) 43:45

2M ago43:45

43:45

In this episode we talk about round 2 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship - Erzbergrodeo. Taking place from May 30th - June 2nd this event is one of the most prestigious in the enduro scene attracting thousands of riders and a million supporters each year. We dive deep into the myth that is Erzbergrodeo and a brief history lesson on where it …

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Interview: Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe 34:38

2M ago34:38

34:38

World Rally Championship points leaders Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe join Gravel Notes for a special episode. The Hyundai Motorsport duo have made a blistering start to the 2024 season headlined by a stunning win in Monte Carlo. In a wide-ranging interview Thierry and Martijn discuss their first rally memories and how they work together as…

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 3: Valleys Hard Enduro, 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship 42:33

2M ago42:33

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In this episode we talk about Round 1 of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship at Valleys Hard Enduro. We discuss a recent hard enduro race that happened on the same weekend in Romania - Enduro Panorama which had some extreme weather conditions. There is a lot to unpack with this race starting with Day 1 - Prologue/ Super Enduro where we saw some …

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Ogier Takes Sixtieth Rally Win - WRC Portugal 2024 Review 1:04:42

2M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Sebastien Ogier chalked up the impressive milestone of 60 career World Rally Championship victories at Rally Portugal while Thierry Neuville opened up a 24-point lead in the title race. Ogier and co-driver Vincent Landais produced a faultless display to emerge from an intense head-to-head with a Hyundai’s rejuvenated Ott Tanak to claim a record six…

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WRC Portugal Rally Preview 47:05

2M ago47:05

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Four different winners from as many events has left the World Rally Championship delicately poised with Hyundai’s Thierry Neuville maintaining a six-point lead over Toyota’s Elfyn Evans heading into Portugal this week. A founding member of inaugural WRC season in 1973, Portugal is a firm fan and driver favourite, thanks to its challenging, yet brut…

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 2: Valleys Hard Enduro, World Championship Round 1 (Pre-race) 39:00

2M ago39:00

39:00

In this episode we discuss some recent hard enduro races that have happened in the lead up to the first round of the hard enduro championship. We talk about Hard Enduro Arsenal, Extreme XL Lagares as well as Heaven or Hell Xtreme Enduro. We recap on the 2024 Valleys Xtreme race that happened earlier this year and debate whether or not riders who at…

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WRC 2024 - Croatia Rally Review 56:05

3M ago56:05

56:05

The World Rally Championship returned to Croatia this past weekend for Round 4 of the 2024 season and with it, an epic battle between Elfyn Evans and Thierry Neuville took place, but with errors from both men in the closing stages, Sebastien Ogier came through to take the overall victory. On this week's Gravel Notes, Tom Howard and Luke Barry break…

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World Hard Enduro - Episode 1: What is Hard Enduro? 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

In this episode we discuss what hard enduro is, how it changed from the WESS series to the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship and how the championship works. We recap on the 2023 season of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship by discussing who won at each round last year and what races were part of the previous championship schedule. Moving into …

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World Hard Enduro Trailer: Bringing the world of hard enduro to you 2:48

3M ago2:48

2:48

Welcome to the World Hard Enduro Podcast, your gateway to the thrilling world of Hard Enduro. Hosted by Brandon, the Enduro specialist, Chris, the motocross enthusiast, and Tarryn, your dedicated researcher and question asker. We will be following the 2024 FIM Hard Enduro World Championship and are eager to bring you an in-depth perspective on this…

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Ireland Rally Bid Halted and 2024 Croatia Preview 54:21

3M ago54:21

54:21

Welcome back to another edition of Gravel Notes and in this episode, hosts Tom Howard and Luke Barry discuss the breaking news that the Ireland Rally attempt for 2025 has sadly been cancelled and whether there's any chance it can be brought back in the future. The pair also preview the 2024 Croatia Rally and there's an extra challenging edition of …

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Warming Up - How Climate Change is Changing Sport 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Madeleine Orr is an Assistant Professor of Sport Ecology at the University of Toronto. She is also a co-founder of the Sport Ecology group, and in early May she will be releasing a brand-new book called “Warming Up, How Climate Change is Changing Sport” which, as you may guess, focuses on how sport is adapting to and wrestling with climate change. …

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Ecological imperialism through sport? The Dakar Rally and other stories 58:27

4M ago58:27

58:27

Today we are speaking with Chen Chen. He is an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut and writes prolifically about how sport intersects with many troubling trends across the globe including environmental decline and increasing inequality of wealth and power. This episode begins with Chen’s unique story that led him to these topics. T…

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The Hype of the White Rock Enduro is REAL w/ Dylan Souther 34:06

4M ago34:06

34:06

The White Rock Enduro was exactly what I was looking for in a technical enduro. The roads were dusty, but the rocks and roots in the trail were still slick as all get out. I was on row 28 again, this time following Dylan Souther from Colorado. We went back and forth all day. When it got tight, I would catch and pass him. The other times, he would e…

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WRC 2024 - Safari Rally Review 52:45

3M ago52:45

52:45

Welcome back to the winner's circle Kallie Rovanpera! It was a dominant victory at the 2024 Safari Rally of Kenya as both he and co-driver Jonne Halttunen led a Toyota 1-2 finish with Takamoto Katsuta and Aaron Johnston also on the podium. In this edition of Gravel Notes, Tom Howard and Luke Barry break down the heavy attrition rate amongst the reg…

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WRC Safari Rally Preview with M-Sport's Adrien Fourmaux 42:53

4M ago42:53

42:53

On a special edition of the Gravel Notes podcast, Tom Howard and Luke Barry are joined by the latest driver to step on the WRC's podium M-Sport's own Adrien Fourmaux as they discuss the young French man's career, his first podium in Sweden, how he came back to the WRC1 after a tough 2022 season, as well as his thoughts going into the Safari Rally.…

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What the FIA's radical changes could mean for WRC 1:02:34

5M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

The world motorsport governing body has shared its key objectives for the future of the WRC which was presented at the World Motor Sport Council. Out are Hybrid engines and its place a more cost-effective future. But what does a cost effective future mean? To answer that Tom Howard is joined by Luke Barry as they analyse this radical overhaul for t…

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WRC 2024 - Rally Sweden Review 1:00:23

5M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Rally Sweden proved to a rally of attrition as contenders rose and fell, and when all was said and done it was Hyundai’s Esapekka Lappi taking an unexpected victory. The popular victory marked Lappi’s first win in six years, six months and 19 days. Tom Howard is joined by Luke Barry as they take a look back at the stories that came out of Rally Swe…

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WRC 2024 - Rally Sweden Preview 44:34

5M ago44:34

44:34

Of the back of the Monte Carlo Rally, we are now heading to perhaps one of the fastest Rally on the calendar Rally Sweden. World Champion Kalle Rovanperä makes his return, raising the stakes as he looks to help Toyota get back on track. Once again Tom Howard is joined by Luke Barry as they preview this weekend's event in Sweden.…

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WRC 2024 – Monte Carlo Rally Review 52:35

6M ago52:35

52:35

Gravel Notes is back and a new era for the WRC is already upon us. With Kalle Rovanperä taking on a part time schedule it is up to the likes of Elfyn Evans to carry the mantle of Toyota in 2024. He has his work cut out for him as the power duo of Ott Tanak and Thierry Neuville are looking to capitalize on any weakness. Tom Howard is joined by Luke …

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 12 | Episode 84 42:47

6M ago42:47

42:47

Today we get to celebrate Ricky Brabec and the HRC Monster Energy Honda Team for winning the 2024 Dakar Rally. Plus, we get to talk to all the class leaders as they finish their final day of racing in Saudi Arabia for 2024. On today's show we have Ricky Brabec, Ross Branch, Adrien Van Beveren, Jane Daniels, Tobias Ebster, Horith Noah, Kevin Benavid…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 11 | Episode 83 43:41

6M ago43:41

43:41

Hero Motorsports' Ross Branch won the stage from seventh place today, putting time on HRC Monster Energy Honda's Ricky Brabec but Brabec performed a master class in Dakar Rally racing and only lost 32 seconds to his closest rival. Brabec controlled the race stage completely, leading every kilometer from start to finish and collecting every possible…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 10 | Episode 82 53:29

6M ago53:29

53:29

HRC Monster Energy Honda asserts it dominance on the 2024 Dakar Rally with another 1-2-3 podium performance for Stage 10. American Ricky Brabec took the stage win seconds in front of his teammates Nacho Cornejo and Adrien Van Beveren, setting the stage for an all-Honda fight for the overall race podium. Brabec added to his race lead in the overall …

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Your Cheat Sheet for Enduro Nutrition - Video Audio 11:29

6M ago11:29

11:29

An Enduro is an endurance event, and we need to fuel our body for the full day ahead. This podcast, article, video, and cheat sheet are all tools, not rules. Use them to help further your hydration and nutrition strategy heading into a race weekend. I'm planning on hosting a dirt bike nutrition session in the coming weeks. Pay attention to the Seat…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 9 | Episode 81 43:52

7M ago43:52

43:52

Ricky Brabec made moves to extend his overall lead today on stage nine of the 2024 Dakar Rally as his HRC Monster Energy Honda teammate Adrien Van Beveren took the stage win with a commanding performance opening the stage after catching both Benavides brothers early on the course. Ross Branch on his Hero lost time today in the battle, now sitting m…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 8 | Episode 80 50:04

7M ago50:04

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The 2024 Dakar Rally Stage 8 results are overshadowed completely by the tragic loss of Spanish competitor Carlos Falcon of the Twintrail Racing Team. Carlos passed away today after a large crash on stage two. He had been transferred to Spain after initially receiving treatment by on-site medical staff and staff at the hospital in Saudi Arabia. His …

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 7 | Episode 79 43:42

7M ago43:42

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Today's Dakar Rally Daily covers the 2024 Dakar Rally Stage 7 and an incredibly tight overall race, down to ONE SECOND, between HRC Monster Energy Honda's Ricky Brabec and Hero Motorsports' Ross Branch. Brabec's Honda teammate Nacho Cornejo took the stage win today, his third of the 2024 Dakar Rally, Yesterday's show guests Kevin and Luciano Benevi…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Rest Day | Episode 78 1:16:44

7M ago1:16:44

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It's not really a rest day, as there is plenty of work to be done in the bivouac at the 2024 Dakar Rally. Factory riders have media and sponsor duties and, of course, the Original by Motul / Malle Moto competitors are on their own to get their bikes back in shape to attack the second half of this ambitious 2024 Dakar Rally course. We check in with …

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 6-B | Episode 77 57:18

7M ago57:18

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2024 Dakar Rally Stage 6 Results and a Skyler Howes interview! We've made it to rest day (technically tomorrow) at the 2024 Dakar Rally and the front-running general classification contenders are in a tight battle to control the front of the race. HRC Monster Energy Honda's Adrien Van Beveren took the 48-Hour Chrono stage victory after two days and…

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KLIM Dakar Rally Daily | 2024 Stage 6-A | Episode 76 1:04:11

7M ago1:04:11

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The 2024 Dakar Rally "48-Hour Chrono" stage kicked off today and dished out more challenges for the Dakar Rally competitors. Top Rally GP competitors lead out the day into Saudi Arabia's Empty Quarter to remote bivouacs that are spread out along the course. A sea of endless dunes met the racers head-on and some bowed out after technical issues. Tod…

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