GINIEL DE VILLIERS

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The former Dakar Rally champion on this year's race, the dangers of social media, what racing the Dakar entails, growing up watching the legendary Sarel van der Merwe, his training regime, his love for golf, mountain biking and kite surfing, and why his happy place is in the bush!

9 Feb 2022 English South Africa Sports · Sports News

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