The 35th edition of the Dakar Rally kicked off in South America yesterday. Considered the world’s most gruelling race thanks to adverse terrain and the total length, approximately 9 000 km, finishing is an achievement, let alone winning.
Local lad Giniel de Villiers is the only South African to win the event (2009), he also managed a runner-up position in 2013, talks us through the main contenders in the car category. You can read a report on day one here.
The 35th edition of the Dakar Rally kicked off in South America yesterday. Considered the world’s most gruelling race thanks to adverse terrain and the total length, approximately 9 000 km, finishing is an achievement, let alone winning.
Local lad Giniel de Villiers is the only South African to win the event (2009), he also managed a runner-up position in 2013, talks us through the main contenders in the car category. You can read a report on day one here.