The InstaForex Loprais Team De Rooy FPT has firmly reinforced its position among the world’s top rally teams by securing second place in the truck category at the Dakar Rally 2026. This result repeats their success from 2024 and confirms the team’s consistency at the highest level of motorsport.
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A Strong Performance Across 13 Grueling Stages
The Dakar Rally is one of the toughest competitions in the world. In 2026, participants faced 13 demanding stages where speed, endurance, strategy, and teamwork were all critical.
The crew consisting of:
- Aleš Loprais
- Pavel Vershecky
- Darek Rodewald
delivered a highly consistent and competitive performance — from winning the opening stage to securing a strong overall podium finish.
Despite serious challenges, including a major incident on stage eight, the team maintained focus and continued the fight for the top positions.
Challenges That Strengthened the Result
Throughout the rally, the team faced multiple difficulties:
- technical issues
- a rollover in the dunes during one of the stages
- extremely strong competition
By stage 10, the crew had climbed to second place in the overall standings. Even after setbacks on stage 12, they managed to hold their position and finish the rally with a strong result.
This journey highlighted one key factor — resilience under extreme pressure.
The Role of Each Team Member
The success of the team is built on individual excellence:
- Aleš Loprais confirmed his status as one of the top Dakar drivers in the world
- Pavel Vershecky ensured precise navigation in the harshest desert conditions
- Darek Rodewald once again proved invaluable — marking his eighth Dakar podium
The “Red Dragon” Proves Its Strength Again
The team’s legendary truck, known as the “Red Dragon,” successfully completed all stages, demonstrating outstanding durability, speed, and reliability in extreme desert conditions.
InstaForex — Supporting Champions
InstaForex serves as the official sponsor of the team and actively supports its development in international motorsport.
This partnership is built on:
- long-term vision
- trust and performance
- commitment to excellence
The Dakar 2026 result reflects not only sporting success but also the strength of strategic collaboration.
Conclusion
Second place at the Dakar Rally 2026 represents:
- consistency at the highest level
- strong teamwork under pressure
- elite performance in extreme conditions
The team now sets its focus on the next challenge — Dakar 2027, where the fight for victory continues.