• The second half of the 2021 Dakar Rally is in full swing with eight stages completed. • The world's toughest rally is taking place in Saudi Arabia for the second time. The 43rd edition of the Dakar Rally officially passed the halfway mark Sunday with the completion of the marathon stage. The helicopters track the participants for filming purposes as well as transporting organisers and medical personnel who keep a close eye on the world's toughest rally. Sand, sand and more sand - The sand dunes make the Saudi Arabian edition of the Dakar the most unique and arguably challenging in the event's history.

Source: News 24 January 12, 2021 02:26 UTC