Defender, of which Borusan Otomotiv is the distributor in Türkiye, comes to the screens with a special documentary series focusing on the preparation period for its first race in the Dakar Rally, which is considered one of the toughest races in motor sports. Warner Bros. The three-part production, produced by Discovery (WBD), conveys the preparation process of the Defender Rally team for the 2026 Dakar Rally with behind-the-scenes images and reveals the boundary-pushing spirit of the brand.
Defender will compete in the “Stock” category 2026 Dakar RallyIt is the first and most important step of the brand’s three-year program within the scope of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). Featuring the D7x body architecture, power transmission system and 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine taken from the Defender OCTA, which was recently selected as the “Best Off-Road Vehicle of 2026” by BBC Top Gear, the Defender D7X-R was developed for Dakar by being equipped with modifications suitable for motor sports.
An Inspiring Journey in Motor Sports
Warner Bros. Three-part documentary series prepared by Discovery; It brings to the screen the intense preparation process, from challenging field tests to the Dakar start line, in full detail. In the documentary, the legendary pilot who won the Dakar Rally 14 times Stéphane Peterhansel and his co-pilot Mika Metgeas well as Rokas Baciuška – Oriol Vidal with duo Sara Price – Sean Berriman is also included.
Narrated by Emmy award-winning actress Gillian Anderson, the documentary series reveals the rising influence of women in motor sports with a powerful narrative. The production brings the most challenging journey of Dakar to the audience with exclusive interviews with Sara Price, who participated in the Dakar Rally for the first time after winning 17 national motocross championships last year, unique behind-the-scenes access and never-before-shared content.
The First Episode Will Be Released on January 3, 2026
The 45-minute first episode meets the audience on Eurosport and TNT Sports screens worldwide before the Dakar Rally on January 3, 2026. The documentary conveys the preparation process of the Defender Rally team and their journey to participate in the Dakar Rally for the first time with unique behind-the-scenes footage. Viewers; They have the opportunity to see previously unshared content closely, including vehicle tests, driver and team interviews. The second and third episodes will be released later in the year, following the shooting at the Dakar Rally.
Defender’s Dakar Journey with a Special Documentary Series for the First Time
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