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DAKAR
RIDER: Luciano Benavides BIKE: KTM 450 Rally
PHOTO: Edo Bauer / KTM Press Service
COMMENT: The Dakar Rally always produces some of the most stunning images. This is Luciano Benavides on Stage 7, heading to a 6th position.
PODIUM PALAVER
RIDER: Maverick Vinales BIKE: KTM RC16 PHOTO: Rob Gray( Polarity Photo) COMMENT: Leading his first race since winning in COTA in 2024, Maverick Vinales looked set to make history as the only rider to win with four manufacturers. Eventually taking the flag second to Marc Marquez, the Spaniard was later demoted to 14th after a tyre pressure infringement penalty.
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