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Sanjay Takale becomes the first Indian to race in the cars category of Dakar Classic

Sanjay Takale becomes the first Indian to race in the cars category of Dakar Classic

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Indian motorsport veteran Sanjay Takale has made history by becoming the first Indian to participate in the four-wheeler category of the prestigious Dakar Classic, a part of the iconic Dakar Rally. The 2025 Dakar Rally began on January 3 in Saudi Arabia, and the Pune-based racer has already completed the first stage of this grueling 14-day event. Racing a Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ78 with French co-driver Maxime Raud, Takale represents India among 94 cars competing in the Dakar Classic. The first stage, covering 150 kilometers, tested competitors with shifting dunes and challenging desert navigation. Takale successfully finished the stage, gaining valuable experience in the race that is known for pushing drivers and their machines to the limit. The Dakar Classic, running alongside the main Dakar Rally, is a tribute to vintage cars and provides a unique platform for experienced racers and rookies alike. Takale’s car, numbered 722, is the sole Indian entry in the event. Harith Noah and Jatin Jain are the other Indians competing in the Daker Classic. The 47th edition of the rally …

Carlos Sainz chasing fifth Dakar Rally title, this time with a new manufacturer

Carlos Sainz chasing fifth Dakar Rally title, this time with a new manufacturer

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Carlos Sainz is hoping to set a record as the Dakar Rally’s oldest champion while also becoming the first racer to win with five different car manufacturers in the two-week marathon, which begins this weekend in Saudi Arabia. Carlos Sainz Sr. made his Dakar debut in 2006, two years after Nasser Al Attiyah. He was the first of the two to be named to the roll of honour in 2010, but the Qatari champion eventually surpassed him and now has five trophies on his shelf. After winning his fourth race in a hybrid Audi last year, ‘El Matador’ is catching up and hopes to level the race with the Ford Raptor that he will drive for the M-Sport team. The Dakar Rally originated in 1978 as a race from Paris across the Sahara to Senegal’s capital, but was moved to South America in 2009 due to security concerns. It relocated to Saudi Arabia in 2020 and has since been the FIA World Rally Raid Championship’s flagship. His 18-year-long adversary Nasser Al Attiyah is in a …

Speed, drama, and triumph: A year of motorsport milestones | Motor-sport News

Speed, drama, and triumph: A year of motorsport milestones | Motor-sport News

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2024 has been an exciting year for motorsport enthusiasts, with thrilling races, amazing moments, and historic feats in a variety of sports. From high-speed confrontations in Formula One to endurance tests in Le Mans, this year has been full of drama, innovation, and unexpected turns. Here is a rewind of the most memorable moments and performances from the motorsport season, highlighting the ability, emotion, and intensity that make racing one of the world’s most exciting sports. Switches of players in this season This year at the Formula 1 grid has been riveting, with intense competition and drama. For the first time in F1 history, 7 drivers secured several wins in races on different occasions throughout the season. Max Verstappen won his 4th World Championship in a row at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, and McLaren lifted the trophy after 26 years and clinched the Constructor’s Championship. However, it is not only the racing that has been generating headlines, the driver marketplace has also created quite a stir-up. Pierre Gasly was the only driver who didn’t …