DANIA AKEEL Secures Second Straight Middle East Baja Cup Championship Title

November 24, 2025

• DANIA AKEEL proved consistency wins championships, claiming her second consecutive FIA Middle East Baja Cup title with a sixth-place finish at Dubai International Baja. The Saudi driver and French navigator Sébastien Delaunay earned maximum points in their Overdrive Racing Toyota, securing the Ultimate class crown with smart, calculated racing that prioritized points over podium glory.
• The women’s field at Dubai showed promising depth with several competitors making their mark in the challenging desert terrain. MAHA AL-HAMALI from Saudi Arabia finished 20th overall in her Can-Am Maverick R, while UAE’s NORA AL-JASSASI brought her Can-Am home in 21st place, both demonstrating the growing presence of female talent in regional rally-raid competition.
• AKEEL’s championship strategy showcased the kind of mature racing that builds legacies rather than just headlines. While the overall race winner took the spotlight, she focused on the bigger picture – securing maximum championship points to defend her title. This approach reflects a driver who understands that championships are won through consistency, not just speed, proving once again that smart tactical racing often trumps pure pace.

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