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Home Rally Dakar

Kevin Benavides retires: ‘This isn’t how I imagined retiring, but I do so with pride’

by Redação
June 12, 2025
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Kevin Benavides termina carreira: ‘Não é a forma como imaginei a minha retirada, mas a minha lesão impede-me de competir a 100%’

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Argentinian rider Kevin Benavides has officially announced his retirement from professional motorcycle racing, closing a remarkable chapter in his life. A two-time Dakar Rally winner, Benavides bids farewell after five memorable years with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, marked by hard-fought triumphs and unforgettable moments.

Kevin joined the KTM squad in 2021 fresh off his first Dakar victory, and quickly made history again by clinching a second win in 2023 aboard the KTM 450 RALLY. His final Dakar in 2025 held special meaning, as he competed alongside his brother Luciano – fulfilling a long-time dream.

Reflecting on the decision, Benavides shared the emotional weight of the moment: ‘Today is not an easy day, but it’s definitely a special one. After so many years of racing – riding motorcycles since I was three, crossing the toughest terrains on Earth, experiencing victories, crashes, and life-changing lessons – I’ve made one of the hardest decisions of my life: to bring my professional motorcycle racing career to an end. Saying goodbye to the bike feels like letting go of a part of myself, but I do so with pride.’

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He also looked back at how far he had come: ‘From Salta, Argentina, to the world, becoming a factory rider, winning the Dakar twice, and making history in rally and Argentine sport – these were dreams that once seemed impossible. This isn’t how I imagined retiring, but my injury prevents me from competing at 100 percent, and I’ve always raced with everything I had.’

Kevin remains committed to supporting the sport: ‘I want to thank my family, my team, the fans, and especially KTM – for believing in me and standing by me through everything. I hope to stay close to the KTM family, support my brother Luciano, and keep contributing to the sport in new ways. Dakar taught me that there are no limits when you love what you do and stay humble. Thank you all for being part of this journey.’

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