Pre-race stories
- 2025 Morocco Desert Challenge: From Our Newsroom
- July 28, 2025: 2026 Morocco Desert Challenge set for April 9–18 from Ouarzazate to Saïdia
- August 29: Morocco Desert Challenge roadbooks fully FIA compliant for 2026
- February 20, 2026: Morocco Desert Challenge splits UTVs, adds Can-Am Cups
- March 20: 2026 Morocco Desert Challenge entry list (updated April 11)
- April 6: 2026 Morocco Desert Challenge route
- April 7: WhiteReds rebrands to Hurtimo Rally Team
- April 8: Mitchel van den Brink to make Hilux debut in MDC
- April 8: Paulo Rodrigues has “long-term plan” for Dakar debut in 2028
- April 8: Edward Ruszczyc has a Way to Dakar
- April 9: Thijs Cools making rally debut to support AZ Klina oncology
Stage recaps
- Stage 1: Van den Brink off and running in Stage 1, others off and stopped
- Stage 2: Huzinks and van den Brinks 1–2 across four classes in Stage 2
- Stage 3: Leaders stumble in Stage 3
- Stage 4: Navigator-turned-rider Wouter de Graaff stars in Stage 4
- Stage 5: Stage 5 shortened for bikes and for Ruszczyc
- Stage 6: Spectator shenanigans and route modifications for Stage 6
- Stage 7: Stage 7 shortened by weather
- Stage 8: Most make it home in Stage 8, others not as lucky
Race recap
Featured image credit: Jules Mautret


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