Second batch of racers arrive in Buenos Aires for Dakar Race

Source: Global Times
[11:08 December 31 2010]
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The second batch of racers left Beijing for Argentina's Buenos Aires on Tuesday, to race at the upcoming 2011 Dakar Rally.

Eleven Chinese participants will compete in the race. The first batch, the Great Wall Motor team are already in the capital city.

The Rely-Doublestar team, with three cars and three experienced riders, Lu Ningjun, Jiang Yaoheng and Liu Kun, is considered the strongest of the Chinese teams. "We are well-prepared, and have great confidence in the race", said Lu at the airport Tuesday.

Lu hopes everyone Chinese participant can reach the finish line.