DANIEL SANDERS CROWNS HIS LEGEND: THE NEW KING OF RALLY-RAID IS A KTM

Under the scorching sun of the Algarve, between the dusty tracks and the demanding roads of Portugal, it was not just the last stage of a rally that was being contested. A crown was being forged. And Daniel "Chucky" Sanders grabbed it with the strength of someone who knows his time has come. With an uncontested victory at the Rally of Portugal, the Australian Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider has been crowned the 2025 World Rally-Raid Champion in the premier class, RallyGP, culminating a dream season and consolidating his position as the new strongman of the discipline.

The official source of the news, KTM Press, details the development of a race where Sanders It was impeccable. But behind every great success there is a team, and at the heart of this achievement, at the bivouac, alongside the KTM 450 RALLY, was the key player of KTM Siebla: our teammate Jesús, whose meticulous work and dedication were integral to the triumph of the now world champion.

A Season of Mastery and Consistency

The path to the title is not built in a single day. Throughout the 2025 campaign, Sanders demonstrated outstanding maturity and speed. Far from the impetuosity of his early years, "Chucky" has found the perfect balance between ruthless attack and tactical intelligence. This evolution was evident in Portugal, where he not only competed to win the race, but also managed his advantage with the composure of a veteran.

From the first timed kilometer, Sanders and his KTM 450 RALLY set the pace. The bike, a marvel of orange engineering, responded to the rider's every demand. And this is where the work of people like Jesús becomes invaluable. The work in the pits, the precise tuning, the ability to anticipate and resolve any unforeseen event are the foundation upon which victories are built. As an exceptional witness alongside the champion, Jesús experienced firsthand the tension, the strategy, and the final explosion of jubilation.

"It's an incredible feeling," said Sanders after crossing the finish line. "The team has been spectacular in every rally. We've worked tirelessly, we've improved in every race, and today all that effort has paid off. Winning the rally andBeing a world champion is a dream come true. The bike has been perfect, and having a team of technicians like the ones supporting us, with such committed people, means you can focus 100% on riding."

The Human Factor: KTM Siebla at the Heart of the Team

In motorsports, the spotlight is often on the riders, but anyone in the industry knows it’s the teams that win the championships. The presence of KTM Siebla’s Jesús Siebla alongside Daniel Sanders at this crucial event is no small feat. He represents the dedicated technical support, in-depth machine knowledge, and passion that drives the KTM family.

With his experience and dedication, Jesús embodies the KTM Siebla spirit: customer focus, technical excellence, and an unwavering belief in the product. Being there at the bivouac, making sure every screw is in place, the electronics are responding perfectly, and the rider has the confidence to get the most out of the bike, is a fundamental part of winning. It's the invisible work that, when executed perfectly, becomes visible at the top of the podium.

[Include here the photo of Jesús next to Daniel Sanders, with the title: "Jesús of KTM Siebla next to Daniel Sanders, the brand new 2025 Rally-Raid World Champion, during the decisive Rally of Portugal."]

KTM, a Dynasty in the Rally-Raid

Sanders’ triumph is not an isolated event; it is another chapter in KTM’s golden book in the raid. The Austrian brand has made endurance and speed its hallmark, and 2025 is proving to be a year to remember. While Sanders reigned in RallyGP, another KTM rider, Edgar, demonstrated the brand’s dominance in the Rally2 category.

Edgar, leading the Rally2 category, completes a picture of absolute control for KTM. His consistent performance and victories in the promotion class confirm that KTM's training and motorcycle development are unparalleled. The KTM 450 RALLY, in its different configurations, has established itself as the unbeatable mount, the choice of those seeking victory fromand the top category to the entry classes.

This double finish – Sanders as champion in RallyGP and Edgar as leader in Rally2 – is definitive proof of the health of KTM's rally project. It is a success that is shared between the factory, the official teams, the satellite teams and a network of distributors, such as KTM Siebla, who bring technology and passion for two wheels to every corner.

Looking to the Future: A Reign That Has Just Begun

With the title of 2025, Daniel Sanders enters the Olympus of rally-raid greats. His name already sounds alongside those of Coma, Despres and Sunderland. But far from being an end, this coronation is a starting point. The world championship is a continuous cycle of improvement, and the goal now will be to defend the number 1 with the same hunger with which it was achieved.

For KTM, this title reinforces its legend and its commitment to the world of off-road. It is a clear message for competitors and fans: orange continues to be the color to beat in the deserts and hardest tracks on the planet.

And for everyone at KTM Siebla, it is a huge source of pride. Seeing one of our own, Jesus, on the front row, contributing to the success of a world champion, fills us with motivation. It's confirmation that our daily work, our passion for KTM motorcycles, and our support for the riders are part of a chain of success that ends, as it could not be otherwise, at the top of the podium.

Congratulations, Daniel Sanders! Congratulations, Edgar! And, above all, congratulations to the entire team and to everyone who makes it possible for the orange legend to continue growing.