Rumour has it the KTM team hangover was legendary...
last two corners and nearly crashed, so it was right on the limit, but it paid off. I honestly can’ t describe this moment. This is my ninth Dakar, and it shows that if you never stop dreaming, never stop believing, and keep fighting for your goals, anything is possible. I never gave up. Even today, when I was losing time and I saw Ricky pushing hard, I kept telling myself it wasn’ t over until the last kilometre. In the end, he made a small mistake and I got it right. It’ s just unreal. Vamos Argentina! Now it’ s time to celebrate with my family, my friends, my sponsors, and everyone who has supported me through all these years to achieve this dream.” Clearly frustrated with the turn of events for his race, two-time winner Brabec didn’ t have a whole lot to say after the race,“ This Dakar was a real fight from start to finish. On the final stage, a quite confusing note led me to choose a line that wasn’ t the correct one. When I turned back, Luciano was coming behind me and, seeing the situation, he stayed on the right track, which made the difference in such a close battle.” Pre-race favourite Sanders showed dogged
Sanders shoulder injury pain was obvious but he continued on to a stunning 5th place
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