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april 06, 2017 - Honda Racing

Paulo Gonçalves narrowly misses out on a podium place in Abu Dhabi

Monster Energy #honda Team’s debut in the 2017 #fim Cross-Country Rallies World Championship turned out to be a positive one with good sensations for the team and a fourth overall place for Paulo Gonçalves.

There were few surprises in the final stage of the #abudhabi Desert Challenge which unfolded as had been expected. Monster Energy #honda Team’s Argentinean rider Kevin Benavides headed off in first position after yesterday’s victory. The rider remained at the head of the course throughout the entire 250 kilometre timed special stage, clearly back on form after returning from injury. Benavides, lumbered with the task of having to pay closer attention to the roadbook, was caught up by the pursuing riders, before crossing the line amid the leading group.

Portuguese rider Paulo Gonçalves also saw that, in spite of starting from third position, the riders setting off from behind were able to follow the tracks left in the Liwa dunes, eventually reaching him as the #abudhabi Desert Challenge neared its final phase.

As the stage and rally in #abudhabi wrap up, we find Paulo Gonçalves in both fourth position on the day and in the overall standings. Benavides posted the day’s seventh best time as he collects valuable points towards the world championship.

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