David Castera: “I will do everything to ensure that the Dakar remains an adventure”

A former motorcyclist and distinguished rally-raid co-driver, the Béarnais has become the boss of a sport that he has been pushing to renew since taking up his position in 2019. Despite his responsibilities, this man of convictions fortunately does not have his language in his pocket.

Published 23/12/2023 à 18:00

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David Castera: “I will do everything to ensure that the Dakar remains an adventure”

After the SUV trend in the city, you are relaunching the 4×4 trend!

It's to please you! It's a Toyota Hilux which is used for Dakar reconnaissance, the Périph' is not his favorite terrain. He has a diesel engine, not sure if he has the Crit'Air 1 sticker. (Laughs) I wasn't going to drive from the Pyrenees to Paris with my BMW motorcycle (he lives in Andorra. Editor's note)…

You recently celebrated your 53rd birthday; a previously busy life, for which you were prepared?

Absolutely not ! When I was young, I didn't know what to do with my life. Today, I project myself more, but at the time, I was too stupid. I try to explain it to my son, but he doesn't listen to me either; he reproduces my behavior with my parents. (Laughs) It’s inevitable.

Did your parents refuse to let you ride motorcycles?

No. Adolescence is not

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