The world of motorsports is pending the state of health of the Argentine driver Kevin Benavides (KTM), who has twice been crowned champion of the Dakar Rally, who is in a reserved prognosis, after the accident on May 11.
Regrettable
“At this time we ask the media and the general public to maintain caution and respect regarding the information disseminated, since this is a delicate situation,” says the statement by its press and sports marketing team. .
According to what is known, he was preparing for the fourth round of the World Raid Rally Championship (W2RC), the Desafío Ruta 40, from June 1st to 7th in Argentina.
The message thanks “the support and concern” of the press, fans and colleagues of the sport, while ensuring that, when there is “an official medical report or any pertinent information” it will be said.
“We strongly ask the media and the general public to respect the privacy of Kevin Benavides and his family during this difficult time,” it wrote.
The KTM team reported that the rider “was admitted to the hospital with a fracture to his left arm and head injuries. The accident leaves Benavides out of his next local race, the Route 40 Challenge, which will be held in Argentina from June 1 to 7.”
In 2021 he won the Dakar on motorcycles and repeated in 2023.
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