Desafío Ruta 40 will include Malle Moto category for the first time, one of the most demanding and authentic rally raid modalities. This format, renowned for its spirit of adventure and autonomy, represents a major step forward for the competition and a unique opportunity for riders seeking to experience rallying in its purest

Desafío Ruta 40, which will take place from May 24 to 29, 2026, will once again use the Sportity app to keep competitors and teams updated with all the latest race information. Desafío Ruta 40 2026 will continue to focus on optimising communication with competitors, teams and press. In this new edition, the race

The Sporting Director and Organiser of Desafio Ruta 40, Pablo Eli, officially presented next edition of the race during the Rally du Moroc, an event that marked the end of the 2025 World Rally Raid Championship (W2RC) season. The Argentine competition, which will take place from May 24-29, 2026, was presented to team managers

The World Rally Raid Championship (W2RC) has revealed its 2026 calendar with the stunning return of Desafío Ruta 40. The Argentinean round will be held from May 24-29, representing its return to the international stage after a year's absence. The 13th edition of Desafío Ruta 40 will be the third round of a season

With two Dakar Rally wins, a world title, and a victory in the last Desafío Ruta 40, Manuel Andujar was the favorite for the Quads in what he announced as his final race in the category. The Lobos (Buenos Aires) native did not disappoint. Dominating the race from start to finish, Andujar realized his

The fourth round of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) concluded with a heart-stopping finish, crowning new winners in the race's history for both Bikes and Cars (Ultimate). Ricky Brabec (Monster Energy Honda Team) secured the victory in bikes, while Yazeed Al Rajhi-Timo Gottschalk (Overdrive Racing) won in Ultimate. Manuel Andujar celebrated in Quads

Edgar Canet Ardevol is the youngest rider of the 12th edition of the Desafío Ruta 40 YPF INFINIA. Born on March 16, 2005, he is only 19 years old. The native of La Garriga, a municipality in the community of Catalonia, Spain, is taking his first steps in the rally-raid and his performance

Just like last year, the visit of the World Rally Raid Championship (W2RC) to the capital of La Rioja was a real party. A sunny day and a crowd that came to the bivouac of Estadio Superdomo were the setting for a day of key action for the definition of the race. Tosha

With a classic Rally Raid stage, which had 341 kilometers of selective section and another 137 kilometers of liaison, San Juan once again surprised the riders of Desafío Ruta 40 YPF INFINIA, on that stage that was also very demanding. DR40 has already surpassed the halfway point of its route. Ricky Brabec won

What could be better than a victory in his home rally, with the chance of a final victory and the world title as a birthday present? That's what Manuel Andujar gave himself today, as the two-time Dakar champion (2021 and 2024) celebrates his 28th birthday tonight! No doubt, today was a very special