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NBC Sports
14-02-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Highlights: 2025 Dakar Rally, Stage 11
Watch extended highlights from the penultimate stage of the 2025 Dakar Rally, a 507km trek through Shubaytah to set up the final stage of the event.
Associated Press
07-02-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
BROCK HEGER AND RZR FACTORY RACING DETHRONE THE COMPETITION WITH DOMINANT OVERALL WIN AT KING OF THE HAMMERS UTV HAMMERS CHAMPIONSHIP
Heger Makes History Securing the Ultimate Off-Road Racing Triple Crown with Wins at the 2024 Baja 1000, 2025 Dakar Rally, and Both King of the Hammers Desert Challenge and UTV Hammers Championship MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday in the Johnson Valley desert, RZR Factory Racing's Brock Heger didn't just win the King of the Hammers (KOH) UTV Hammers Championship—he dominated. Fresh off his wire-to-wire victory at the Desert Challenge less than a week prior, Heger was in a league of his own behind the wheel of his rock-ready RZR Pro R Factory, securing the overall win as the only driver to finish in under four hours while crossing the line an astonishing 26 minutes ahead of the next physical competitor. By continuing his relentless winning streak, Heger secured the ultimate off-road Triple Crown, a feat no other driver has achieved, by adding this latest triumph to his historic wins at the 2024 Baja 1000 and 2025 Dakar Rally. Once again, Heger has made one thing clear—when it comes to the toughest challenges in off-road racing, no one does it better than Polaris. Heger started the race from the second line after qualifying third, and once the green flag waved, it was clear that this would be another commanding performance. Much like his earlier Desert Challenge victory, Heger quickly surged into the lead and never looked back. Setting a blistering pace from the start, he had already stretched out a nearly 2-minute lead by mile 50. Heger's strategy was clear: get out front in the desert portion of the race to position himself perfectly for the intense rock sections ahead, and he executed it flawlessly. There were only two brief moments where he encountered slight hang-ups in the rock section, but after his co-driver quickly assessed the situation, Brock chose not to use his winch. Instead, he relied on his skill and experience to overcome the obstacles and get back on track, losing minimal time in the process. Once clear, Heger drove easily uncontested to the finish line. Throughout the entirety of the 3-hour and 57-minute race, Heger's RZR Pro R Factory withstood everything the challenging KOH course threw at it, showcasing the true strength and durability of the platform. In fact, unlike his competition, Heger was able to save valuable time by not pitting for fuel throughout the entire race, thanks to the RZR Pro R Factory's 130L fuel cell. 'I'm stoked to come away with another win and to put Polaris back on top, especially during this UTV Hammers event,' said Heger. 'This was the hardest King of the Hammers I've done, but it was so much fun. My RZR Pro R Factory performed flawlessly all day, and overall, our day went very smoothly. I almost used the winch a couple of times, but it was taking too long, so I just sent it and it worked out. I can't thank the entire Polaris team enough. We have so many great people behind us, and it truly takes a team effort to make something like this happen.' 'What another incredible performance by Brock,' said Alex Scheuerell, RZR Factory Racing Technical Director. 'Over the past few months, Brock has solidified himself as a legendary name in off-road racing. To watch him dominate at the King of the Hammers UTV Hammers Championship, is truly exciting, especially for someone so young and talented. The Gen 1 RZR Pro R Factory that Brock drove has been specially modified and reinforced to tackle today's rock course, and it's clear that the vehicle continues to be unmatched. Brock's racing expertise and his ability to adapt to the most challenging terrains, combined with the unbeatable performance of the Pro R Factory, is what makes him a force to be reckoned with.' Heger and the rest of the RZR Factory Racing team will be back in action in one month at the Mint 400 in Las Vegas, NV, March 5-9, 2025. For more information on the RZR Pro R Factory, which was recently released for purchase, please visit To learn more about Polaris Off Road and RZR products, please visit or join the conversation and follow on Facebook sm, Instagram sm, YouTube sm and X sm. About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER, RZR and Polaris XPEDITION and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves nearly 100 countries across the globe.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
BROCK HEGER AND RZR FACTORY RACING DETHRONE THE COMPETITION WITH DOMINANT OVERALL WIN AT KING OF THE HAMMERS UTV HAMMERS CHAMPIONSHIP
Heger Makes History Securing the Ultimate Off-Road Racing Triple Crown with Wins at the 2024 Baja 1000, 2025 Dakar Rally, and Both King of the Hammers Desert Challenge and UTV Hammers Championship MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday in the Johnson Valley desert, RZR Factory Racing's Brock Heger didn't just win the King of the Hammers (KOH) UTV Hammers Championship—he dominated. Fresh off his wire-to-wire victory at the Desert Challenge less than a week prior, Heger was in a league of his own behind the wheel of his rock-ready RZR Pro R Factory, securing the overall win as the only driver to finish in under four hours while crossing the line an astonishing 26 minutes ahead of the next physical competitor. By continuing his relentless winning streak, Heger secured the ultimate off-road Triple Crown, a feat no other driver has achieved, by adding this latest triumph to his historic wins at the 2024 Baja 1000 and 2025 Dakar Rally. Once again, Heger has made one thing clear—when it comes to the toughest challenges in off-road racing, no one does it better than Polaris. Heger started the race from the second line after qualifying third, and once the green flag waved, it was clear that this would be another commanding performance. Much like his earlier Desert Challenge victory, Heger quickly surged into the lead and never looked back. Setting a blistering pace from the start, he had already stretched out a nearly 2-minute lead by mile 50. Heger's strategy was clear: get out front in the desert portion of the race to position himself perfectly for the intense rock sections ahead, and he executed it flawlessly. There were only two brief moments where he encountered slight hang-ups in the rock section, but after his co-driver quickly assessed the situation, Brock chose not to use his winch. Instead, he relied on his skill and experience to overcome the obstacles and get back on track, losing minimal time in the process. Once clear, Heger drove easily uncontested to the finish line. Throughout the entirety of the 3-hour and 57-minute race, Heger's RZR Pro R Factory withstood everything the challenging KOH course threw at it, showcasing the true strength and durability of the platform. In fact, unlike his competition, Heger was able to save valuable time by not pitting for fuel throughout the entire race, thanks to the RZR Pro R Factory's 130L fuel cell. "I'm stoked to come away with another win and to put Polaris back on top, especially during this UTV Hammers event," said Heger. "This was the hardest King of the Hammers I've done, but it was so much fun. My RZR Pro R Factory performed flawlessly all day, and overall, our day went very smoothly. I almost used the winch a couple of times, but it was taking too long, so I just sent it and it worked out. I can't thank the entire Polaris team enough. We have so many great people behind us, and it truly takes a team effort to make something like this happen." "What another incredible performance by Brock," said Alex Scheuerell, RZR Factory Racing Technical Director. "Over the past few months, Brock has solidified himself as a legendary name in off-road racing. To watch him dominate at the King of the Hammers UTV Hammers Championship, is truly exciting, especially for someone so young and talented. The Gen 1 RZR Pro R Factory that Brock drove has been specially modified and reinforced to tackle today's rock course, and it's clear that the vehicle continues to be unmatched. Brock's racing expertise and his ability to adapt to the most challenging terrains, combined with the unbeatable performance of the Pro R Factory, is what makes him a force to be reckoned with." Heger and the rest of the RZR Factory Racing team will be back in action in one month at the Mint 400 in Las Vegas, NV, March 5-9, 2025. For more information on the RZR Pro R Factory, which was recently released for purchase, please visit To learn more about Polaris Off Road and RZR products, please visit or join the conversation and follow on Facebooksm, Instagramsm, YouTubesm and Xsm. About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER, RZR and Polaris XPEDITION and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves nearly 100 countries across the globe. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Polaris Inc. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
POLARIS RZR PRO R FACTORY: THE INDUSTRY'S ONLY OEM-PRODUCED RACE-READY SIDE-BY-SIDE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Unmatched. Unwavering, Unforgettable. Polaris Delivers Winning Performance to Racers With 30 Purpose-Built RZR Pro R Factory Machines Scanlon Clarke Industries (SCi) and RZR Factory Racing Team Set to Provide Sale Support MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Polaris Off Road, the leader in off-road vehicle innovation, today announces the availability of the RZR Pro R Factory - a groundbreaking race-ready platform developed by the RZR Racing division and proven in the world's toughest races. As the only OEM-produced race UTV, the RZR Pro R Factory has redefined off-road competition, most recently winning the SSV class at the prestigious 2025 Dakar Rally for the second consecutive year and dominating the SCORE Pro UTV Open class with back-to-back championships. This elite machine is now available for purchase in limited quantities, with only 30 units being offered in 2025. Originally launched in 2023 and exclusively campaigned by the RZR Factory Racing team until this point, the RZR Pro R Factory has proven itself as the ultimate racing UTV. The RZR Pro R Factory touts race-winning performance, desert-racing design, and race-optimized technology, making it the ultimate machine for hardcore off-road racers. Meticulously engineered with race-enhanced components while maintaining the proven strength and reliability of the stock RZR Pro R platform, this vehicle is built to excel in the world's most challenging competitions, including SCORE, Best in the Desert, and the Unlimited Series. By delivering an elite, race-ready platform, Polaris continues to elevate the sport of side-by-side racing, intensify competition among top-tier teams and set new benchmarks for desert-racing dominance. Offered annually in limited quantities, the initial 2025 run will include just 30 vehicles, making these high-performance machines highly exclusive. Polaris will produce the RZR Pro R Factory units in partnership with Scanlon Clarke Industries (SCi), leveraging years of collaboration with the RZR Factory Racing team. SCi will manage all sales and post-sale support, including technical assistance and parts supply, ensuring racers have the resources they need to maintain peak performance and reliability in the most demanding conditions. "The RZR Pro R Factory represents the pinnacle of Polaris' off-road innovation, offering off-road racers and teams a unique opportunity to own a purpose-built machine designed to win," said Reid Wilson, President of Polaris Off Road. "Since its debut, we've received incredible interest and demand for the vehicle from other teams, fueled by its unmatched track record. By making this vehicle available, we're empowering more teams to elevate competition and set a new standard for off-road racing, further reinforcing Polaris' leadership in the industry." Engineered by the RZR Racing division, the RZR Pro R Factory showcases the performance, design, and technology of the stock RZR Pro R platform, elevated to elite racing standards. At its core, an optional 255-horsepower, race-tuned ProStar Fury HO 2.0 engine is paired with a rear-mounted radiator, integrated transmission oil cooler, and dual 500W fans to maintain peak performance under extreme conditions. Race-spec MaxLink suspension, FOX® Live Valve X2 shocks, and a DYNAMIX DV semi-active system ensure precise control, while Alcon brakes with adjustable in-cab bias deliver unmatched stopping power. Meanwhile, rugged 35" BFGoodrich® KR2 tires and Method® 407 bead-grip wheels provide exceptional durability and traction across demanding terrain. The RZR Pro R Factory features a one-piece high-strength steel chassis for lightweight durability to withstand the most grueling races worldwide, complemented by carbon fiber body panels and components that optimize the power-to-weight ratio. Additionally, a 130L fuel cell with a dry break allows extended range and quick refueling, while carbon Kevlar Sparco® seats and an integrated steering wheel provide ergonomic comfort. With streamlined spare tire and tool storage, the RZR Pro R Factory helps minimize downtime during competition. Advanced race-ready technology further sets the RZR Pro R Factory apart. A MoTeC system offers real-time control and performance data logging, while the race-tuned DYNAMIX DV suspension with Baja Mode delivers exceptional shock absorption and handling. Finally, military-spec wiring and a lightweight lithium battery enhance integration of accessories, ensuring racers have the tools to dominate even the harshest environments. The RZR Pro R Factory will have a starting MSRP of $139,999. To learn more, please visit or join the conversation and follow on Facebook sm, Instagram sm, YouTube sm and Xsm. About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER, RZR and Polaris XPEDITION and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves nearly 100 countries across the globe. FOX® is a registered trademark of Fox Factory Inc. METHOD RACE WHEELS® is a registered trademark of Custom Wheel House BF Goodrich® is a registered trademark of B.F. Goodrich Company Sparco® is a registered trademark of Sparco S.p.A Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Polaris Industries Inc. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Polaris Inc. Sign in to access your portfolio
NBC Sports
17-01-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Highlights: 2025 Dakar Rally, Stage 12
Watch extended highlights from the final stage of the 2025 Dakar Rally, a 131km trek through Shubaytah.
