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Pablo Quintanilla announces retirement: Rally raid icon says goodbye

by Redação
May 29, 2025
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Pablo Quintanilla anuncia fim de carreira: despedida de um ícone do rally raid

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One of the most influential careers in rally raid history has come to an end. Chilean rider Pablo Quintanilla, a major figure in global off-road racing, has officially announced his retirement after 15 years at the top of the sport.

Born in Valparaíso, Quintanilla began riding motocross at just six years old. His natural talent and relentless work ethic saw him rise to international prominence. He won two Cross-Country Rallies World Championships (2016 and 2017) and reached the Dakar Rally podium three times, twice as runner-up (2020 and 2022) — the most successful Chilean in rally raid history.

Since 2021, he was part of the Monster Energy Honda HRC factory team, where he quickly became a key rider. His win at the Rallye du Maroc, his leadership qualities, and his relentless consistency made him a cornerstone of the Honda effort.

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However, his journey was abruptly interrupted at the 2025 Dakar Rally, when a violent crash during Stage 8 left him unconscious and seriously bruised. Though he physically recovered, the incident led him to make the toughest decision of his sporting life: to retire from professional racing.

In his heartfelt farewell statement, Quintanilla said:

“Today was a very important day for me. I have announced my retirement from professional motorcycling after 15 years of giving it my all.
I had the opportunity to win two world championships and stand on the Dakar podium three times.
I was able to achieve several of my dreams, and that makes me proud.
The last few years of my career were a pleasure as part of the Monster Energy Honda HRC team.
I leave the motorcycle world with a smile. I lived what I had to live, made many friends along the way, and will carry those memories with me.”

The Honda team has since shared a tribute message, thanking him for every moment, every race, and every contribution. “This will always be your home,” they wrote.

With his retirement, Pablo Quintanilla closes a remarkable chapter in motorsport — one defined by perseverance, excellence, and an enduring passion for two wheels.

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