Qatari Nasser Al-Attiyah wins Dakar Rally for sixth time

Qatari driver Nasser Al-Attiyah secured his sixth Dakar Rally title at the conclusion of the 13th and final stage of the 2026 event in Saudi Arabia.

Driving alongside Belgian co-driver Fabian Lurquin, Al-Attiyah completed the grueling rally in a total time of 48 hours, 56 minutes, and 53 seconds, finishing at the top of the overall standings.

The victory further cements Al-Attiyah’s legacy as one of the most successful drivers in Dakar Rally history, demonstrating consistent skill and endurance across one of the world’s toughest motorsport events.