VICTORY FOR SÉBASTIEN LOEB RACING – RZR FACTORY RACING IN THE SSV CATEGORY
The Sébastien Loeb Racing - RZR Factory Racing team has brilliantly defended its title in the SSV T4 category during the 47th edition of the Dakar Rally, held from January 3 to 17, 2025, in Saudi Arabia. They had announced their goal: to win the Dakar again with a strengthened structure and three crews at the start. Mission accomplished, with the victory of Crew #425 led by Brock Heger and co-driver Max Eddy Jr.!
After winning the prologue, the duo secured 9 consecutive podium finishes across the 12 stages—a remarkable performance for their first participation. They follow in the footsteps of Xavier De Soultrait and Martin Bonnet, last year’s winners, who were ranked second until yesterday, the eve of the finish. Unfortunately, a technical issue prevented them from securing a podium spot, relegating them to 21st place in the overall standings.
Brock Heger claimed his first Dakar victory on his 25th birthday—and on his debut appearance!
"It’s my birthday today, and I needed to find a special gift. Winning the Dakar is incredible—I think it will sink in over the next few days when I’m back in the U.S. These two weeks were amazing, and I’m super excited. I’m grateful for the opportunity to race here for the first time, and I hope to come back."
A word from the boss, Sébastien Loeb:
"A huge congratulations to the entire team for this new Dakar victory! Brock and Max Eddy Jr. were impressive from start to finish, and Xavier and Martin were so close to the podium without that mechanical issue. Bravo to everyone for never giving up during these 12 stages! Our project with Polaris is now solidly recognized for its performance and proves that our collaboration works perfectly!"
Under the management of FrayMédia Motorsport, this third participation in the Dakar marked a new phase for the team. After securing the title in 2024, the team, in collaboration with Polaris, has once again claimed the title, cementing its role as the leader in the SSV T4 category at the Dakar Rally.
Cédric Fray, CEO of FrayMédia Motorsport:
"The Dakar remains a race defined by unpredictability and challenging terrains. We approached this edition with maximum focus and determination. Brock and Max Eddy Jr. delivered a flawless performance, showcasing exceptional control over the course and its diverse terrains.
We’re thrilled to confirm the team’s ambitions and the strength of this partnership with Polaris. This was a new challenge with a restructured leadership for this edition, and the results speak for themselves! We can all collectively be proud of this success!"
RESULTS OF THE THREE CREWS:
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