Riders Gear Up for the Rallye du Maroc
The Rallye du Maroc is set to kick off with three talented riders, each arriving with their own unique journey through the rally-raid circuit. Martim Ventura, who currently leads the Rally-Raid World Cup standings, has been on an impressive streak, clinching three consecutive podium finishes. Preston Campbell, on the other hand, is building on a promising debut season that saw him finishing second at the Dakar Rally. Finally, Bruno Crivilin is making his return for just his second appearance in the Rally-Raid World Cup, after an impressive runner-up finish at the Desafío Ruta 40. As they gather in Agadir, the anticipation for the upcoming challenges grows.
The Moroccan terrain will offer a stark contrast to their previous experiences. The rally kicks off with an 18 km prologue in Agadir on September 28, leading into five full stages that will conclude on October 3. Over the course of 2,637 km, riders will face 1,530 km of timed stages, navigating through the rugged Atlas Mountains and the expansive sands and dunes surrounding Zagora, which will serve as the bivouac for much of the rally.
Ventura, Campbell, and Crivilin: A Dynamic Team
Martim Ventura heads into the rally not only as the leader of the World Cup but as a rider with a wealth of experience gained from his debut season. His journey began at the Dakar Rally, where he made an immediate impact by securing third place in Rally 2 aboard the Honda CRF450RX RALLY. Following this, he achieved second place at Rally-Raid Portugal before finally triumphing at the Desafío Ruta 40. With such a record, Ventura is eager to leverage his prior experience in Morocco and aims to secure more championship points.
Preston Campbell has also made significant strides in his rally-raid career, having debuted at the Dakar Rally where he finished as a runner-up in Rally 2. His performance continued to improve with a seventh-place finish in Rally-Raid Portugal and a near-podium fourth place at the Desafío Ruta 40. Like Ventura, Campbell returns to the Rallye du Maroc equipped with valuable experience, ready to tackle the varied challenges of the terrain that mirror the rugged tracks he trains on back in California.
Completing the Honda HRC Rally 2 lineup is Bruno Crivilin, who joins the team for his second rally appearance after a notable debut where he finished second at the Desafío Ruta 40. As he embarks on his first Rallye du Maroc, Crivilin is set to encounter the unique challenges that the Moroccan landscape presents. With a focus on navigating the intricacies of the roadbook and honing his skills, he aims to build on the confidence gained from his previous performance.
With all preparations finalized, the team is now poised for the upcoming prologue, and excitement is palpable as they gear up for five days of competition across Morocco's diverse and demanding landscape. As reported by honda.racing.
