Toni Mulec

“I always wanted to race in the desert. Participating in the Dakar Rally has always been a secret wish for me. Even when Miran Stanovnik of Slovenia raced there years ago, I regularly followed his races and successes. Even then I wanted to try it myself, but the main problem was always finances. The desire for the Dakar Rally has been growing inside me for a few years. I like to do navigation, I like to be alone on a bike and with nature. The Dakar is a race with oneself. A race in which nothing is clear until the last meter. A race in which everything changes instantly. You can have a perfect day, but by the next stage, it’s all over for you. What matters most to me is that the people who supported me and believed in me were proud. I just want everyone to know that I’m aware of every penny I’ve received and that I didn’t take it lightly. I still remember when I pull out my phone and started reading the messages on my phone and the tears came to my eyes. I could feel the pride. I felt like all the hard work had paid off. I hope we’ll write another story together. The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge was a huge learning opportunity for me. My major goal was to improve my riding in the dunes, make as few mistakes as possible. I am even very happy about all the problems I had. Theoretical knowledge is one thing, but sooner or later you have to experience things first hand.”