Summary
A British team, consisting of Marcella Kirk and Helen Tait-Wright, became the first all-female British team to finish the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, covering 8,000 kilometers. They raised funds by selling personal items and used a specially adapted Land Rover for the race. Despite challenges, including blowing two tires in the final section, they completed the rally.
Key Facts
- Marcella Kirk and Helen Tait-Wright formed the first all-female British team to complete the Dakar Rally.
- The rally took place in Saudi Arabia and covered 8,000 kilometers (4,970 miles).
- To fund their participation, they raised £114,000 by selling personal items, including a car and jewelry.
- They used a specially modified 1988 Land Rover Defender 110, built by Tait-Wright's husband.
- Navigation was done through map reading, as sat-navs were not allowed.
- They faced a challenge when two tires blew in the final section, but received help from a German team.
- Despite the difficulties, they finished 83rd in the Dakar Classic section.
