The Dakar Rally. The legendary desert race across the towering dunes of Saudi Arabia. The rally covers more than 3,200 miles in 13 days. That’s the entire WRC season in less than two weeks.

The 2025 Dakar Rally This year marks the 47th edition of the Dakar, and the sixth year of racing exclusively in Saudi Arabia. The race is just shy of 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from Bisha to Shubaytah.

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With the Dakar Rally reaching its annual rest day, Americans show few signs of slowing down on the sands of Saudi Arabia in the off-road endurance classic. After five of 12 stages in the event’s 47th ...

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The Dakar Rally, often referred to as the toughest motorsport event in the world, has returned to Saudi Arabia for its 2025 edition, bringing thrilling competition across a grueling route through ...