Relieved Alphand takes Dakar title

Former skiing champion Luc Alphand admitted his relief at winning the Dakar Rally, although the event was overshadowed by three deaths during the race.

Relieved Alphand takes Dakar title

Former skiing champion Luc Alphand admitted his relief at winning the Dakar Rally, although the event was overshadowed by three deaths during the race.

Fans mourned the death of Australian motorcyclist Andy Caldecott – who crashed during stage nine – while two spectators also died, leading to the final stage not being timed.

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