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JUTTA KLEINSCHMIDT Becomes First Woman to Win Dakar Rally Overall in 2001

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June 1, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • JUTTA KLEINSCHMIDT shattered motorsports barriers in 2001, becoming the first woman to win the Dakar Rally overall. Navigated by Andreas Schulz, she piloted her Mitsubishi Pajero to victory in one of racing’s most punishing environments.

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JUTTA KLEINSCHMIDT

dakar rally, desert racing, mitsubishi

GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Ayesha Habib originally appearing on www.pakwheels.com