Race2Recovery finish the tough desert race and set a new record
British Dakar Rally competitors Race2Recovery have completed the notorious race, with one of the four original Land Rover based Wildcats crossing the line.
Race2Recovery, comprised of British and American servicemen and including several amputees, has become the first team with disabled members to complete the Dakar.
Four Wildcats began the race on January 5; one was disqualified, one was forced to retire with mechanical issues and a third rolled, damaging the car too badly to continue.
The fourth, driven by Major Matt O’Hare and Corporal Phillip Gillespie, finished, despite over heating forcing them to drive at night.
The team received congratulations from the Duke and Duchess of York. In a statement, the Duke said: “We know it was not easy, but you have today become true record holders as the first ever disability team to complete what is one of the world's toughest challenges.
“What you have achieved was a triumph of perseverance and teamwork, and you have shown the world what true valour looks like.”