ABU DHABI: Stephane Peterhansel claimed a record-breaking seventh cars title at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge with an assured drive on Thursday, as Sam Sunderland secured a third bikes title in the event. While the 209-kilometer Abu Dhabi Sports Council Stage 5 had the potential to repeat some of the final-day dramas of previous years, cool heads ensured that Peterhansel and
ABU DHABI: 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 Al-Dhafra dunes to the UAE capital. Following Wednesday’s 243 km Abu Dhabi Aviation Stage 4, it will take a spectacular turnaround to prevent a seventh cars’ triumph for Stephane Peterhansel, but the battle for
For a third day in succession, defending champion Nasser al-Attiyah in a Toyota Hilux was easily the fastest driver on the stage at the Abu Dhabi Desert