The second half of the marathon stage proves to be a turning point in the 2026 Dakar Rally. Stage 5 challenges both man and machine and causes massive shifts in the overall standings.
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On the fourth stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally, the Honda factory team scores a triple victory and takes the lead in the overall standings. KTM rider Daniel Sanders slips from the top spot after navigation errors, while tire problems and marathon conditions add to the excitement.
Peter Hickman and Davey Todd will continue their partnership in 2026. The duo will once again compete for BMW in the British Superbike Championship and in international road races with their joint 8Ten Racing Team.
Even before the first race, Toprak Razgatlioglu’s move to MotoGP is attracting attention. Rider manager Alberto Vergani compares the Superbike star to former world champion Casey Stoner, while also urging patience.
Honda celebrates its first stage victory on the third stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally. Tosha Schareina rides his way back into contention for the title with a controlled performance, while KTM maintains the overall lead.
After two stages of the 2026 Dakar Rally, the initial balance of power has emerged. While Daniel Sanders took the overall lead with his stage victory, Honda ace Ricky Brabec is struggling with a position that is actually too good tactically.
For James Hillier, the 2026 Dakar Rally ended after just one day of racing. A crash that resulted in a broken arm forced the experienced Tourist Trophy rider to retire early.
With the presentation dates for all teams now set, the 2026 MotoGP season continues to take shape. Between mid-January and early February, the factory teams and satellite teams will unveil their new colors for the first time.
The first regular stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally was tough and brought the first changes in the overall standings on the second day. In Yanbu, KTM rookie Edgar Canet came out on top again, while time penalties and challenging conditions caused significant gaps.
Bradley Smith speaks openly about the differences between a MotoGP bike and heavy Harley-Davidson baggers. The Brit explains why the approximately 280-kilogram racing machines are supposed to perform particularly well on European Grand Prix tracks.
Toprak Razgatlioglu is preparing for his first year in MotoGP and has already set himself clear goals. His focus is on none other than Marc Marquez, whom the Superbike World Champion wants to challenge in the long term.
The 2026 Dakar Rally is about to start and the factory teams have completed their final preparations. Ambitious title contenders, experienced Dakar winners and promising newcomers will meet in Yanbu.
The Suzuka Circuit is parting with sections of its legendary track surface as part of construction work. This gives fans a rare opportunity to acquire an original piece of motorsport history.
MotoGP is facing a major upheaval, as new technical regulations requiring 850cc engines will come into effect in 2027. At the same time, speculation is rife as to whether new manufacturers will enter the premier class of motorcycle racing.
During an international raid in Mexico, investigators discovered an extraordinary collection of historic and modern racing motorcycles. The seized machines are attributed to one of the FBI’s most wanted criminals and are considered one of the most spectacular collections of its kind.
MotoGP looks back on a 2025 season that achieved new records in almost all relevant key figures. The series recorded significant growth both at the racetracks and in the digital space.
BMW Motorrad Motorsport can look back on an exceptionally successful 2025 season. Titles, victories, and podium finishes were achieved in international and national racing series on all major continents.
Italian manufacturer Ducati suffered a serious theft last fall. Racing parts for MotoGP and Superbike worth around €200,000 were stolen, but have since been recovered by the police.
Carl Cox is taking on a new role away from the track for the 2026 Tourist Trophy. The internationally renowned DJ is acting as ambassador for the TT’s official charity project in aid of cancer patients on the Isle of Man.
After years of decline, there are once again concrete prospects for road racing on the island of Ireland. Several events have been confirmed for 2026, both in Northern Ireland and, for the first time in four years, in the Republic of Ireland.