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TOP 10 FOR PRICE & SANDERS AT DAKAR

3 years ago | Words: Matt Bernard | Photos: Red Bull Content Pool/GasGas/KTM

The 46th edition of the Dakar Rally, renowned as the world’s toughest rally-raid, concluded with thrilling performances from Australia’s Daniel Sanders and Toby Price. Battling through the gruelling 13-day event, both riders showcased exceptional skill and resilience.

Toby Price, a Dakar Rally Legend competing in his 10th edition, delivered fast and consistent rides. Overcoming early navigational errors, Price steadily climbed the leader board, securing several top-five stage results, including a runner-up finish on the final stage. His resilience led to a commendable fifth-place overall finish.

Toby Price on his KTM of the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team during the Stage 8 of the Dakar 2024 on January 15, 2024 between Al Duwadimi and Hail, Saudi Arabia // Florent Gooden / DPPI / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202401150514 // Usage for editorial use only //

Price expressed his thoughts on the challenging event, stating, “For us, it’s definitely been a really tough event this year. It’s always a good result when you can get to the finish line in one piece at the Dakar, and here we are, happy and healthy.”

In a parallel narrative, Red Bull GASGAS Factory Racing’s Daniel Sanders faced his own set of challenges, completing the Dakar Rally after a year marred by injuries. Securing a solid eighth place overall, Sanders showcased resilience and determination, overcoming a badly broken femur in May 2023.

Sanders commented on his remarkable journey, saying, “Coming in, I didn’t have much preparation at all. I broke my femur really badly eight months ago, and I only had December on the bike to prepare.”

Andreas Hölzl, acknowledging the significant challenge Sanders faced, stated, “It was a really big challenge for Daniel to even line up at this year’s Dakar, and I have a lot of respect for him.”

Daniel Sanders (AUS) of Red Bull Gas Gas Factory Racing is seen at the finish line of Rally Dakar 2024 in Yambu, Saudi Arabia on January 19, 2024 // Marcelo Maragni / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202401190236 // Usage for editorial use only //

RESULTS

19(USA) RICKY BRABECMONSTER ENERGY HONDA TEAM51H 30′ 08”00H 01′ 00”
246(BWA) ROSS BRANCHHERO MOTOSPORTS TEAM RALLY51H 41′ 01”+ 00H 10′ 53”00H 01′ 00”
342(FRA) ADRIEN VAN BEVERENMONSTER ENERGY HONDA TEAM51H 42′ 33”+ 00H 12′ 25”
447(ARG) KEVIN BENAVIDESRED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING52H 08′ 56”+ 00H 38′ 48”00H 04′ 00”
52(AUS) TOBY PRICERED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING52H 15′ 36”+ 00H 45′ 28”
611(CHL) JOSE IGNACIO CORNEJO FLORIMOMONSTER ENERGY HONDA TEAM52H 16′ 46”+ 00H 46′ 38”00H 06′ 00”
71(ARG) LUCIANO BENAVIDESHUSQVARNA FACTORY RACING52H 23′ 39”+ 00H 53′ 31”00H 16′ 00”
85(AUS) DANIEL SANDERSRED BULL GASGAS FACTORY RACING52H 44′ 40”+ 01H 14′ 32”
9142(SVK) STEFAN SVITKOSLOVNAFT RALLY TEAM53H 26′ 36”+ 01H 56′ 28”
1023(CZE) MARTIN MICHEKORION – MOTO RACING GROUP54H 18′ 57”+ 02H 48′ 49”00H 01′ 00”

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