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for victory in 2019. Having come back from a massive injury in 2017, third place is an amazing achievement for former champ Price and former enduro star Antoine Méo continues to build his Dakar legend, with fourth. Third-placed finisher Toby Price said; “It is crazy to be here at the finish line on the podium. I couldn’t expect any more. We will come back bigger and better for the next one.” Female competitor Laia Sanz, who took it to the male riders finishing 12th overall and taking 10th on stage 8, said: “It was really tough, but to finish in this position is really good. I can be happy. I have started eight Dakars and finished all eight which is fantastic.” Photo: Frederic Le Floc’h / DPPI / Red Bull Content Pool KIWI RIDER 81