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NEW BEGINNINGS FOR DAKAR RALLY THE RALLY IS SET TO TAKE PLACE IN SAUDI ARABIA OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS The biggest rally-raid in the world, Dakar is a human adventure beyond comparison. It is known to be one of the hardest sporting challenges of this era and is known for carrying a legacy of 40 years in the world’s finest deserts with performers from all over the world. The competition of this extreme race hosts the leading rally race drivers and also amateur competitors. The vehicles used in the competition will range from bikes, quads, cars and trucks. The rally lasts for 15 days and hosts 500 competitors of more than 60 nationalities, whose skills are tested over 10 stages. Participation in the rally is open for anyone who is atleast 18-years of age and is not confined to professionals.
Dakar 2020 Following three decades of challenges through Africa and 10 years of exploration in South America, Saudi Arabia is the first country to host the rally in Asia on January 5. The 30th country to host the Dakar Rally, Saudi Arabia features grandiose and varied landscapes that ideally suit the rally’s wellrounded route. Cities that will be hosting the upcoming Dakar rally are Jeddah, Riyadh and Al Qiddiya. It will be an eco-responsible event and safety of competitors, spectators and other accredited persons will be of prime importance.
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