The two-time Dakar Rally champion is currently competing in the famous race and won a dramatic opening stage on Monday.

And in their latest video entry, Red Bull go behind-the-scenes with the Qatar star and see what it is really like to take on extreme desert terrain.

The experienced racer says fitness and mental toughness are two key components needed to compete in the world-famous event.

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