Dania Akeel: The Saudi pioneer aiming for Dakar history

She is one of only four women to have won a stage in the 48 year history of the Dakar Rally. In 2026, Dania Akeel is looking to become the third woman to win Dakar outright, as well as the first from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. #Dakar2026 #SBSDakar SBS Australia is the official broadcaster of the FIFA World Cup 26™, World Athletics, Tour de France, Tour de France Femmes, Giro d'Italia, La Vuelta, motorsport, gymnastics and more. SBS Sport values promoting underrepresented sports and bringing you some of the best sporting spectacles from across the globe.