2022

Stephane Peterhansel underlined his place in the record books of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge with an assured drive to victory today as Sam Sunderland saved his best until last to secure a third bikes title in the event.

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge has produced many final day dramas down the years, and another thrilling climax is assured as the rally returns from the spectacular Al Dhafra dunes to the UAE capital.

Two familiar names lead the way in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge after a third day of intense rivalry between the world’s top drivers and riders among the spectacular Al Dhafra dunes.

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge served up another dramatic episode today as heroic Argentinian rider Kevin Benavides built hopes of a first bikes win, and Stephane Peterhansel held course for a record seventh cars victory.

Dubai-based rider powers into bikes lead, Emirati Ahli dominates quads on day of woe for Al Attiyah, Loeb Abu Dhabi, UAE, 6th March, 2022: The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge lived up to its…

Victory in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge is one of the most valued rewards in cross country rallying, and a host of the world’s leading contenders have arrived in the UAE with the special motivation to secure a first…

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge has a history of making and breaking world title ambitions, and the stakes will be even higher when the event launches into a new era for cross country rallying at the weekend.

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge has a proud history built on consistent government backing which remains the key to a brilliant future that lies ahead, new FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said today.

Stephane Peterhansel As competitors arrive from around the world, huge team effort turns Al Dhafra site into 24/7 rally village Abu Dhabi, UAE, 28th February, 2022: With the might of the new World Rally-Raid Championship heading for the…