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January 13, 2026

Aliyyah Koloc presses on as Buggyra’s sole Dakar challenger in the Ultimate category

Despite starting the day already feeling the accumulated fatigue of a challenging event, she brought her Red-Lined REVO T1+ through a demanding stage without major issues, finishing 37th. “Today’s stage was about 480 kilometers and it was really long. The car worked well, and we didn’t have any big problem,” Aliyyah said at the finish. Once again, dust was the key factor, affecting both pace and navigation: “We spent most of the time in dust, and it was tough. At one point, we even got a little lost because of it. Sometimes there were five or six cars together, and when you’re driving in a group like that, it’s not pleasant.” The stage also featured several very narrow sections. “There were parts between trees, and in some places there was no room to avoid them. We scratched the car a bit, but nothing serious,” she added. Even so, the crew kept moving forward and made up ground: “We overtook a few cars, and towards the end it got better. We were on our own for a while with no dust, so I was happy.” Her time loss to the stage winner was 43 minutes. On Tuesday, the Dakar heads from from Wadi Ad Dawasir to Bivouac Refuge for stage 9, featuring 410 kilometers of special stage and 122 kilometers of liaison. As the rally enters its decisive phase, Aliyyah continues her steady and resilient march toward the finish as Buggyra’s only remaining competitor in the car category. TRUCK: Unlucky eight. Buggyra trucks slowed down by technical problems in the Saudi desert The loop that made up today’s eighth stage of the Dakar Rally turned into a nightmare for the Buggyra ZM Racing truck drivers after a promising start. Martin Šoltys, driving the Buggyra Invictus truck, returned prematurely to the bivouac in Wadi ad-Dawasir due to a technical failure. Karel Poslední was also slowed down by complications with his vehicle, but the Tatra Buggyra EVO3 crew managed to complete the entire route and reached the finish line. According to Šoltys’s on-board mechanic Tomáš Šikola, the stage began positively. “We were driving really well, there were beautiful dunes. We also came across a dangerous section where a buggy overturned right in front of us. We were lucky to come down the dune and land right next to the completely wrecked car,” he said. Unfortunately, a turbo failure then brought Martin Šoltys’s stage to an early end. “We had to stop and change the turbo. There were still about 30 kilometres to the next dunes. Martin decided we wouldn’t risk anything else happening. All the fast assistance vehicles had already passed, so we chose to return to the start, and that was the end of the day for us. But we’ll repair the car and tomorrow we’ll head out into the second marathon stage of this year’s race. We’re not giving up and we’ll keep fighting,” added Tomáš Šikola. Karel Poslední also endured a demanding day. “We were flying through the dunes, then we missed one waypoint that was hidden behind a rock. After that we got going again, but in the evening the turbo failed, so we worked on it. We eventually made it to the bivouac, but we’re slowly running out of positive energy,” said the tired driver of the Tatra Buggyra EVO3. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 12, 2026

Sports

Fast Martin Šoltys surfed the dunes, then swallowed dust. Karel Poslední was plagued by gearbox issues

Martin Šoltys literally swallowed dust but still managed to secure seventh place in the stage behind the wheel of the Buggyra Invictus. Karel Poslední, however, struggled with an automatic gearbox issue in the Tatra Buggyra EVO3 and and managed to complete the entire stage. Martin Šoltys was positive about the day’s stage. “It was fast at the beginning. Then came the dunes, which were absolutely amazing. Unfortunately, there were only 50 kilometres of them, followed by plains and a lot of dust. We were eating dust for 200 kilometres — just dust, dust, dust,” said the experienced driver. “In the dunes we overtook a lot of buggies and trucks, but after that it was no longer possible. There was dust everywhere and overtaking was impossible, but it was a beautiful stage. We really enjoyed the drive and, most importantly, the truck worked perfectly today, so I’m satisfied,” added the Buggyra Invictus driver. “We have to fight our way forward again step by step, there’s nothing else we can do,” he added. Onboard mechanic Tomáš Šikola praised the way Martin Šoltys handled the dunes. “Martin must have had some kind of spy out there. He surfed the dunes beautifully — it was amazing,” he said. Karel Poslední was troubled by automatic gearbox problems during the stage. The crew had to stop twice along the route. The issue was eventually fixed, however, and the crew reached the finish of the stage after dark. “We went into emergency mode twice. Filip Škrobánek was working on the issue, we lost about four hours, and we didn’t reach the dunes until around half past four in the afternoon. We definitely didn’t want to spend the night in the dunes. Fortunately, we got through the sand and managed to complete the entire stage. We’re here and we’re still in the race,” said Karel Poslední as he described the demanding day. ULTIMATE: Aliyyah Koloc reaches finish of challenging stage 7 Aliyyah Koloc remained the sole Buggyra ZM Racing representative in the 2026 Dakar Rally as the event resumed on Sunday with stage 7 from Riyadh to Wadi Ad Dawasir. In the Ultimate category, the 21-year-old brought her Red-Lined REVO T1+ to the finish of the demanding 460-kilometer special stage, closing the day in 56th position. Together with her navigator Marcin Pasek, Aliyyah faced more setbacks, including a technical issue early in the stage that required her to stop for repairs. “It was another long day that had a bit of everything: dunes, fast sections, and slow rocky parts. Unfortunately, around kilometer 50, we had an oil leak, so we had to stop and try to fix it, which cost us time ,” said Aliyyah. The delay dropped the crew into heavy dust behind other competitors, complicating both pace and navigation. “Today we spent a lot of time in the dust, and it will be similar tomorrow, because we’ll be starting from the back again,” she added. The closing kilometers brought another setback: “About 40 kilometers from the finish, we had a puncture and had to change the wheel,“ Aliyyah explained. The crew reached the finish wihtout further incidents. The Dakar continues tomorrow with stage 8, a loop around Wadi Ad Dawasir featuring 481 kilometers against the clock and 236 kilometers of liaison. Reliability and careful tire management are expected to play a key role as the second week of the Dakar challenges the remaining competitors. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 11, 2026

Sports

The Koloc family and Buggyra ZM Racing keep fighting through a challenging Dakar

For Aliyyah and Martin Koloc and the entire Buggyra ZM Racing Team, today is also the moment to reset and carry on, despite a very challenging first Dakar week. The opening stages have tested the team in every possible way. Mechanical issues and unplanned delays have prevented results from matching their potential. Yet something else has stood out: teamwork and a shared commitment to keep going. Aliyyah: Pushing forward through the toughest days For 21-year-old Aliyyah, the Dakar has been a mental and physical battle from the very first kilometer. Stage 1 saw a clutch failure and damaged power steering, which continued into stage 2. Stage 3 brought more clutch issues. Still, every morning she returned to her car with the same discipline and determination. “It’s really hard to go out again after days like that. But that’s the Dakar. And the only option is to keep going,” Aliyyah says. Martin: A first Dakar shaped by family values While Aliyyah is pushing toward her fourth Dakar finish, Martin is experiencing his very first Dakar from behind the wheel after years of managing the team from the bivouac. But the reality of the rally quickly took its toll. A broken finger, gearbox trouble, engine issues and three unfinished stages left him unable to continue. However, stepping out of the car does not mean stepping away from the team. Martin will remain fully involved in the bivouac, supporting Aliyyah and contributing to the team’s data collection, development work, and day-to-day decisions. His role in the early stages reflected that commitment. In stage 1, Martin stayed almost an hour with Aliyyah, helping diagnose and repair what he could in the desert. In stage 3, he stopped again when she faced more technical issues, at the same moment teammate Karel Poslední, racing in the truck category for Buggyra ZM Racing, also stopped to assist. Ultimately, Téo Calvet, from the Buggyra Academy and a close friend of Aliyyah, towed her to the refueling point. It was a chain of solidarity typical of the Dakar, but even more so typical of Buggyra’s DNA. Two drivers, one shared goal Aliyyah and Martin Koloc have very different driving styles, which means different stresses on their vehicles and often different problems. But that difference has become an advantage. For the first week, they combine their feedback and data each day to help the team engineers improve both cars further. With Martin now out of the race, the focus shifts entirely to Aliyyah and the continued improvement of the V6 turbo powering her Red-Lined Revo T1+. Martin will remain closely involved in the technical discussions from the bivouac. The team behind the scenes With two cars experiencing different issues nearly every day, Buggyra’s mechanics and support crew often have to work late into the night to rebuild the vehicles after each stage. Despite the long hours and little sleep, their commitment is unwavering and their goal clear: to give Aliyyah the best possible machine to continue. A tough Dakar, but a united team With Aliyyah running 60th in the Ultimate category and Martin no longer continuing, the results do not tell the full story of this Dakar. This week has been defined by teamwork and family spirit. And the refusal to give up when things get tough. The Dakar is far from over. And neither is Aliyyah, backed by her team and family. TRUCK: The day off was no holiday, with hard work going on at the Buggyra bivouac Although Saturday was officially a rest day at the Dakar Rally, it was anything but quiet at the truck bivouac of the Buggyra ZM Racing team. This applied to both Martin Šoltys’ Buggyra Invictus and Karel Poslední’s Tatra Buggyra EVO3. Intensive work was carried out on both vehicles to ensure they could continue in the world’s toughest rally. Both Buggyra ZM Racing drivers looked back on the demanding opening half of the Dakar Rally. Martin Šoltys’ truck was towed to the bivouac during the fifth stage, and the driver did not hide his emotions upon arrival. “After the first stop because of the turbo, we reached the first neutralisation, but then the engine stopped completely. We had an oil issue and, rather than destroy the engine, we decided to stop. We tried to fix the problem, but it wasn’t possible on the spot. Our assistance vehicle came to help us, but it got stuck on the way. Eventually, we managed to reach the bivouac,” he said. Šoltys described the first half of the Dakar Rally as bittersweet. “Unfortunately, we still have problems with the turbo. Thanks to our result in the prologue, we started the first stage from fourth position, which was great. But then the turbo issue came. We started the second stage from the very back and spent two days fighting our way forward. In the following stage, we were fourth again. Then came the unfortunate fifth stage, when we dropped back once more. Tomorrow we start again from scratch. But that’s just how Dakar is,” said the Buggyra Invictus driver. He then literally washed away the stress of racing in a small pool prepared for relaxation by the team’s partner, Albixon. “The pool really helped, so I’m fine now. We swam and relaxed. Thanks to Albixon, it was great,” said Martin Šoltys. Karel Poslední had to spend the night between the sixth stage and the rest day out in the dunes. “When we were about five metres from the top of the dune, we always had to reposition, so we tried different lines. Because we were delayed, all the exits in the dark were still through big holes. In one of them we rolled over. We waited there for about an hour, then other trucks put us back on our wheels. We slept there and drove to the bivouac in the morning,” Poslední explained. Poslední also has mixed feelings about the first half of the Dakar Rally. “There are technical issues. Yesterday I didn’t have enough power in the dunes. But the cooperation within the crew works perfectly,” he added. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 10, 2026

Sports

ULTIMATE: Solid progress for Aliyyah Koloc in stage 6; technical issues ends day early for Martin Koloc

She moved up several positions during today’s special stage to finish in 38th. Her father, Martin Koloc, was forced to retire from the stage due to an engine problem. Aliyyah Koloc reported an intense and physically demanding day, highlighted by extended running in dust and close competition with another female driver. “We caught a few cars ahead of us and gradually overtook them. Later, we got stuck in heavy dust and had a long battle with another competitor. We eventually managed to get past her, but shortly afterwards we had a puncture and had to change the wheel,” Aliyyah summed up her day. Despite the challenges, Aliyyah finish the stage in good spirits. “I’m really tired, but I genuinely enjoyed the fight out there. We still have a long liaison to the bivouac, so I’m glad tomorrow is the rest day,” she added. Saturday marks the Dakar rest day, though full downtime isn’t guaranteed for Buggyra ZM Racing. “At the finish we noticed a small oil leak and hope it’s nothing serious. The team will be working on the car all day tomorrow and I believe they’ll sort everything out,” Aliyyah said. For Martin Koloc and co-driver Mirko Brun stage 6 ended with disappointment after their engine lost power. “A tough but great stage. Unfortunately, we couldn’t finish due to a technical problem. The valvetronic system in our engine failed, dropping the engine from about 400 horsepower to around 100. I couldn’t even climb a hill in first gear. In the end we made it to the road, where the team picked us up,” Martin explained. The issue involved the valvetronic variable valve control system, which regulates air intake. Failure typically forces the engine into a low-power safe mode. The Dakar Rally resumes on Sunday with stage 7 from Riyadh to Wadi Ad Dawasir, featuring 462 kilometers of timed stage and 414 kilometers of liaison. After the rest day and necessary service work, reliability and endurance will be crucial as the crews enter the second week of the rally. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 8, 2026

Sports

Aliyyah Koloc completes the marathon stage, brings the car to Ha’il despite technical issues

Martin Koloc was unable to start stage 5 after failing to finish stage 4, spending the day in the bivouac with his team preparing the car for tomorrow’s stage. The marathon format once again tested both crews and machinery, with no assistance from the service team. “We’ve completed the first marathon stage of this Dakar. It wasn’t an easy two days,” Aliyyah Koloc said at the finish. She reached the marathon bivouac on Wednesday without major issues. Still she had an incident to deal with: “There was a minor collision with another car that backed into us, and the front end of our car is a bit dented. It happened in a tight corner and we almost rolled,” Aliyyah explained. ”Luckily, we were able to make it to the bivouac without any further punctures and with both spare wheels still on board.” The second half of the marathon stage was more positive for Aliyyah than the previous days, helped by a better starting position. “The route wasn’t as dusty or as broken up. But after the first neutralisation we were stuck for about 100 kilometers behind a buggy that threw up a lot of dust and we couldn’t get past. After the second neutralisation things calmed down and visibility was much better,” Aliyyah explained. “Around 100 kilometers from the finish, the steering issue returned, which forced me to slow down. I’m glad we made it to the finish. The car has some issues, but it’s in one piece.” The Dakar Rally continues tomorrow with stage 6 from Ha’il to Riyadh. The crews face 331 kilometers of timed stage and a long 589-kilometer liaison. Poslední spared neither his truck nor his racing suit, while Šoltys was stopped by technical trouble The fifth stage of the Dakar Rally, which also served as the second part of the marathon stage, once again tested the inner strength of the truck drivers racing in the colors of the Buggyra ZM Racing team. After a demanding battle with the Saudi terrain, Karel Poslední finished tenth in his Tatra and is steadily moving up within the top twenty of the overall standings. Unfortunately, Martin Šoltys was unable to finish the stage with the Buggyra Invictus due to technical issues and will be towed back to the bivouac. After spending the night in a tent bivouac, Karel Poslední set off with determination to tackle several more hundreds of challenging kilometres. When he finally climbed out of his truck, his expression and dust-covered race suit clearly showed just how tough the past two days had been. “The marathon stage was surprisingly good. I just didn’t manage it perfectly, and about thirty kilometres before the finish we had to change the left front tyre. Otherwise, we were flying like we were in a hurry,” said Poslední, who is competing in the Dakar Rally for the second time. Alongside his four-wheeled “baby”, he made sure to praise the rest of his crew. “Navigator Petr Schweiner was great, and mechanic Filip Škrobánek was great as well,” said Poslední. “At the end of yesterday’s part of the marathon stage, we gave our baby a bit of service and tidied it up. Today we were going at a great pace. We were catching other trucks and even some buggies,” Petr Schweiner explained in the evening at the tent camp, describing the racing from the navigator’s perspective. The organisers showed no mercy to the Dakar Rally competitors on the second day of the marathon stage either. “There was a minor navigation issue where several trucks got caught out, but in the end we managed to find our way,” Schweiner added. Martin Šoltys also began the second half of the marathon stage at a strong pace, but technical problems soon brought his run to a halt. After a temporary repair in the middle of the endless plains, the Buggyra Invictus got going again, but unfortunately for the experienced crew, it eventually stopped for good. The truck will be towed to the bivouac, and further details are being investigated. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 8, 2026

Sports

Aliyyah Koloc completes stage 4 in 35th as Buggyra trucks secure top-10 finishes in the Dakar marathon stage

Martin Šoltys, together with Vlastimil Miksch and Tomáš Šikola, finished in 4th place, extending the upward trend of the last few days. Karel Poslední, joined by Petr Schweiner and Filip Škrobánek, bounced back from yesterday’s issues to finish 9th. In the Ultimate category, Aliyyah Koloc finished in 35th position after starting deep in the field and Martin Koloc did not finish the stage due to a gearbox issue. The marathon stage format doesn’t allow mechanical assistance, requiring the crews to make any repairs themselves before continuing the stage tomorrow. Šoltys’s crew ran close to the front throughout, and the split times showed a consistent pace even in the faster sections. However, a small navigation incident can translate into a time loss. “It was faster but much more demanding for navigation today,” Martin Soltys said. “We made one mistake which resulted in missing a 15-minute waypoint. But there was so much traffic and dust out there that we decided not to turn back.” For everyone, the defining challenge of the day was navigating in extreme dust. “In some sections it wasn’t unusual to slow down or even to stop for a moment just to be able to read the tracks safely and judge the right direction. In the canyons, the dust was basically hanging in the air because there was no wind,” Martin Koloc explained. “I’m disappointed with our result today, but I’m really happy for Aliyyah. She finally could complete a full stage,” Martin Koloc added. Both Buggyra vehicles in the Ultimate category now face elimination under the 2026 regulations after r failing to finish two stages. A third non-finish will result in disqualification from the rally. The Dakar Rally continues on Thursday with stage 5, running from the marathon bivouac to the finish in Ha’il, covering 371 kilometers of timed special stage and 56 kilometers of liaison. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 7, 2026

Sports

Phyt Lab Announces a New Era of Luxury Performance Wear

Phyt Lab is introducing a new standard in fitness fashion by merging refined design with high-performance functionality. Founded by Amanda Bodette, the brand was conceived not as another athletic apparel line, but as a movement, one that eliminates the divide between power and polish. When Bodette first envisioned Phyt Lab, luxury was not separate from athleticism, but an evolution of it. The result is a brand rooted in the belief that performance wear can deliver both technical capability and elevated presence. The Birth of “Performance with Class” Founded on the principle of Performance with Class, Phyt Lab represents more than apparel, it reflects a guiding philosophy. The brand’s debut Luxury Collection, softly launched in Spring 2025, showcases a meticulous balance between innovation and elegance. Each garment and accessory is designed with intention and crafted from premium fabrics that support movement while maintaining a refined aesthetic. “We are here to redefine what it means to dress for performance and presence,” said Bodette. “Our customers understand that performance and elegance are not mutually exclusive, and our mission is to deliver both without compromise.” Where Performance Meets Presence As the brand looks ahead to 2026, Phyt Lab is focused on expanding its women’s crafted line and introducing upscale men’s casual wear. The brand also plans to release new performance items, with quality remaining central to every launch. Phyt Lab’s commitment to excellence extends beyond fabric and form. Each product is developed with careful consideration of stitching, cut, movement, and texture, ensuring distinction in both function and appearance. Redefining the Culture of Fitness Fashion In an era dominated by fast fashion, Phyt Lab’s approach is intentionally deliberate. Each release is planned with care, prioritizing craftsmanship over speed and authenticity over hype. This devotion to detail has contributed to the brand’s growing reputation as a pioneer in blending luxury with performance. From technical performance gear and bags to elegantly designed apparel, Phyt Lab continues to evolve while maintaining a clear and consistent identity. The brand is built for the modern athlete who values both capability and composure. Experience the Standard of Phyt Lab For those who believe excellence should never come at the expense of elegance, Phyt Lab offers a distinct point of view. Its collections invite wearers to experience what happens when innovation, luxury, and athleticism converge in balance. To learn more and follow upcoming releases, including the 2025 Luxury Collection and planned women’s and men’s expansions in 2026, visit Phyt Lab on Instagram. About Phyt Lab Phyt Lab is a luxury performance wear brand founded on the principle of Performance with Class. The brand designs elevated athletic and casual apparel that integrates premium materials, thoughtful construction, and refined aesthetics for individuals who value both performance and presence. Media Contact: Amanda Bodette CEO, Phyt Lab Email: [email protected] Website Instagram

January 7, 2026

Sports

Soltys sixth in Stage 3, Posledni overturned the car on its side during a rescue mission

Martin Soltys, together with Vlastimil Miksch and Tomas Sikola, kept a steady pace from the start and were classified 6th at the finish. Karel Posledni, Petr Schweiner and Filip Skrobanek lost significant time during the day and, with almost a three-hour deficit, finished 20th. Martin Soltys commented on how demanding the stage was: “Yesterday we thought it was a tough stage, but today it was even tougher, and we’re glad to be in the finish. Or rather, I’m glad we’re in the finish, because I’ve really had enough,” said Soltys. “We had one puncture, otherwise there were no further issues, but the track was badly broken up. Rocks everywhere, rough sections, lots of bouncing – it was really demanding. Now we’re just looking forward to tomorrow,” he concluded. Soltys’ crew – Vlastimil Miksch and Tomas Sikola – agreed the stage was extremely tough. “Rocks, rocks, pain – you’re driving in a quarry. Technical trial sections, in some places you can barely get through, it hurt. Navigation was difficult too, because after the recent rains the riverbeds are washed out and there are no tracks to follow. At times we got lost, we had to drop the truck down two-metre ledges, but then it started to come together,” Miksch summed up. Sikola added that in his nine Dakars it was one of the hardest stages: “A massive rock face we had to jump down – absolute madness. The hits to the ribs really hurt. Martin was groaning like he was in a delivery room, so I kept telling him: breathe, breathe,” the mechanic Sikola recalled. “Stage 3 was the best I’ve experienced so far. We were driving, then we met Aliyyah, so we hooked her up, rolled over onto our side, started burning – what else could one wish for? The car we had on the tow rope held us, so we landed like on a pillow, and the truck’s fine,” Karel Posledni joked with exaggeration. Navigator Petr Schweiner added that the final, supposedly more navigation-heavy section was genuinely difficult in the dark and dust: “I hit rock bottom there – we were following tracks that didn’t match the roadbook, arguing about what to trust… but in the end we made it here,” he said with relief. Rally Dakar continues on Wednesday with the fourth day, the so-called Marathon Stage (Alula–Alula). Crews will face 417 kilometres of special stage and only 75 kilometres of liaison (total 492 km). The Marathon Stage is a two-day section where crews are not allowed to receive mechanical assistance from their own service teams between the two parts – putting even more emphasis on reliability and the crew’s ability to repair the truck themselves at the marathon bivouac. Aliyyah and Martin Koloc experience mixed results on Stage 3 of the Dakar Rally Stage 3 of the 2025 Dakar Rally, a loop around AlUla, saw contrasting results for Buggyra ZM Racing and the Kolocs. While Martin Koloc and co-driver Mirko Brun completed the stage in 62nd position, Aliyyah Koloc and navigator Marcin Pasek had to retire halfway through the stage due to technical difficulties. Martin Koloc and Mirko Brun finished Stage 3 in 62nd place after completing the full distance. "I think it was a good stage. It was fast and technical, sometimes on the edge, but it went well for us," said Martin. The crew encountered some technical issues in the final 100 kilometers of the stage, which cost them time. "In the last hundred kilometers, we had two punctures and consequently lost some time there," he added. Martin also set a clear goal for the remainder of the rally: "For me, I want to enjoy the rest of Dakar. We'll train and rack up kilometres." Aliyyah Koloc had to retire from Stage 3. . “ Just like in the first stage, we didn’t finish again today. We had a clutch problem,” said Aliyyah. She added that the start of the stage looked promising: “The first 140 kilometres were fine, but there was a lot of dust because, after yesterday’s issues, we started far behind the others.” Aliyyah Koloc acknowledged that it has been a challenging start to the event: “It’s the third day in a row we’ve had problems which is pretty unlucky.” https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 6, 2026

Sports

Aliyyah Koloc reaches the finish of Stage 2, technical troubles continue for her father, Martin Koloc

Despite steering issues and almost an hour lost in the service zone, Aliyyah Koloc and navigator Marcin Pasek showed good pace and made it to the finish in 58th position. Martin Koloc and his navigator Mirko Brun, however, had continued technical issues. As a wheel failure cost them significant time, and as the issues persisted, they decided to continue from the 143-kilometre control point to the bivouac via the road section. Based on split times, Aliyyah held a solid pace in the first part of the stage and stayed close to the competition until necessary work cost her significant time at the pit stop. Nevertheless, the crew was able to carry on and completed Stage 2 without further incidents. “Unfortunately, at around kilometre 115, we lost power steering, and it started leaking again. We then drove about 35 kilometres without power steering, which was very, very demanding,” Aliyyah Koloc explained. “We had to go really slowly and we were already quite exhausted, but we managed to reach the service area where we decided to replace the power steering as we still had another 250 kilometres to go. The repair took almost an hour, but thanks to this repair work the rest of the stage was fine, and we could really push. Overall, it was a pretty good day, but unfortunately, we didn’t achieve the result we wanted due to these issues. Hopefully tomorrow will be better,” she concluded. Martin Koloc described the stage as eventful, but also painful. “From kilometre 30, we were driving without power steering. I drove over a rock and the wheel came off, so we knew we had a problem with the front suspension arms. “We have prototype spare parts with us which we’ll start testing. We want to log in as many kilometres as possible, train and test,” said Koloc. Soltys seventh in the second stage, Posledni delayed by turbo repair Dakar Rally 2026 continued on Monday with Stage 2 from Yanbu to Alula, and Buggyra ZM Racing’s truck crews seemed to hand over the baton of technical troubles from one to the other. Martin Soltys, together with Vlastimil Miksch and Tomas Sikola, fought their way from the back of the starting order up to seventh place in today’s stage. Karel Posledni, with Petr Schweiner and Filip Skrobanek, had the stage going well, but was slowed by similar technical issues to those Soltys faced yesterday – at kilometre 199 they had to deal with a turbo problem and lost around two hours on the spot. Despite the major delay, they eventually reached the finish and were classified 21st for the stage. “Unfortunately, we broke one wheel at kilometre 15, which was a huge disappointment. On top of that we stopped in a bad place and had to jack the truck up very high, which took a lot out of us, and the next roughly 150 kilometres were full of dust – we overtook a lot of vehicles and the track was pretty much hell,” said Martin Soltys. “But the last 200 kilometres were a joy to drive. There were fewer vehicles, even though we were still overtaking and it was still very dusty. Still, we finally got to drive properly, found our rhythm and I’m happy to be seventh. That means we’ll start somewhere near the front tomorrow, which I’m glad about, because I was worried it might take us several days to get back to the leading positions,” he added. Karel Posledni was pleased with the opening part of the stage, when the driving was great. “Then we had a tyre blowout, so we changed it and continued at race pace. Another puncture came before the neutralisation, we only kept inflating the tyre, and at the pit stop the guys changed it for us,” said Posledni before delivering more bad news. “Then, still before the neutralisation, the turbo failed. We repaired it for about two hours, maybe even more, and then we set off again and prayed for that one remaining spare tyre. Luckily we’re here. We’re looking forward to tomorrow. We don’t even know our time loss or our position, but we made it to the finish,” Posledni concluded. Dakar continues on Tuesday with Stage 3, Alula–Alula, featuring a 422-kilometre special and 314 kilometres of liaisons (736 km in total). https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

January 5, 2026

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Youth Pitcher Shoulder Pain Early Warning Signs: 90-Second Parent Quiz Available

VeloRESET has launched a quiz that can help parents pinpoint the underlying movement issues in young pitchers that can lead to arm discomfort, sudden drops in pitching speed, or changes in confidence. The quiz comes with an accompanying guide that gives parents a clear, plain-English set of insights and suggested next steps. To learn more about youth pitcher arm health, go to https://www.veloreset.com/ This resource addresses a common challenge faced by baseball families. Parents often observe early warning signs—such as changes in mechanics, hesitation during throws, persistent soreness, or unexplained declines in velocity—but lack the information needed to determine whether these issues reflect normal fatigue, mechanical inefficiencies, or the early stages of injury. In the absence of clear guidance, families are frequently left to guess, delaying appropriate action or pursuing rest or medical intervention without a full understanding of the underlying cause. VeloRESET was designed to address this gap by equipping parents with the insight needed to recognize early warning signs and take informed action before minor issues develop into extended layoffs. Their diagnostic quiz asks seven questions about an athlete's symptoms, soreness patterns, posture habits, and throwing behavior. Based on the answers, it identifies which of the six common movement patterns may be driving the stress. Parents receive a breakdown of the likely root cause along with recommended next steps. The six patterns include what VeloRESET calls "The Elbow Rub," where early stress shows up through repeated arm shaking or hesitation on hard throws. Others address shoulder compensation, limited upper body rotation, sudden velocity drops, masked pain where athletes say they're fine but performance tells a different story, and confidence spirals that show up before physical symptoms do. A spokesperson for VeloRESET explained the thinking behind the tool. "Youth pitcher arm pain almost always comes from a combination of small movement restrictions, overuse patterns, and compensations stacking on top of each other," they said. "Parents see the symptoms but often have no way to connect the dots. This quiz gives them words for what they're seeing and a clear next move." The quiz is educational in nature and does not replace medical care; rather, it is intended to support families in making more informed decisions and asking more effective questions when working with coaches, trainers, or healthcare providers. About VeloRESET VeloRESET was founded by Joey Myers, a corrective exercise specialist with certifications from NASM, CES, and FMS. Myers has worked with youth athletes for more than 15 years and authored The Catapult Loading System. His approach focuses on movement resets, mobility work, and activation techniques rather than mechanical drills or velocity programs. For more information on youth pitcher arm care and recovery, visit https://www.youtube.com/@VeloRESET

January 5, 2026

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Martin Koloc tasted the bitterness of Dakar Rally, Aliyyah failed to finish the opening stage

In his Dakar debut, Martin Koloc experienced the harsh reality of the legendary rally. After a combination of demanding terrain and technical problems, he reached the finish in 70th place, more than five hours behind the leaders. His daughter Aliyyah Koloc did not reach the finish of the opening stage at all due to technical issues. “Unfortunately, in a trial section at a really low speed, I drove over a rock and broke off a front wheel. In my opinion, these kinds of stages require driving extremely slowly. Unfortunately, I don’t have that experience yet. I thought I was driving conservatively. When I arrived at Aliyyah, her car was in the same condition. She also hadn’t hit anything big and suddenly had both wheels broken off. So we stood there, gave her parts, and continued. But after about one kilometer, I also broke off a rear wheel. It must have already been damaged. Nothing happened there either—I was driving slowly,” Martin Koloc evaluated the first stage, from which he also took away an unwanted souvenir. “While replacing the rear arm, it snapped into my hand and I broke my little finger. What a day. This should never have happened,” Koloc added. While Martin Koloc at least managed to reach the stage finish, his daughter Aliyyah Koloc had an even more unfortunate day. Her Revo T1+ went from the service intervention point to the bivouac by road, and she therefore did not finish the first stage. She described the situation during the stage as follows: “Approximately between kilometers 80 and 100, there was a very difficult section with really large rocks. I think we were driving very slowly, but we probably hit a rock that damaged the steering, and at the same time we got a puncture. Fortunately, Karel (Poslední) was passing by, helped us change the wheel, and then towed us about 90 kilometers to the service zone. We are very grateful to him for that. We still had roughly 130 kilometers to go to the finish.” Šoltys’ new colors didn’t bring luck, Poslední towed Aliyyah to the service zone as the “Last angel” Martin Šoltys was plagued by technical issues and, after a promising start, finished only 28th with a loss of nearly three hours. Karel Poslední, on the other hand, sacrificed his own stage ambitions to help teammate Aliyyah Koloc, towing her to the service area. In the end, that effort resulted in a a final 20th place at the finish. “For this year we prepared something new in the form of alternating colors. In each stage we will switch the livery between the blue of partner Albixon and white for Bydlení Hořovice. We drove the prologue in blue and it worked out well. I believe the white will bring us luck too,” Martin Šoltys said before the start of the opening stage. At the finish, however, the mood was completely different. “The first 130 kilometers went perfectly. According to information from the guys, we were running in second to third place, which was great. We tried to drive cautiously, but if you want to keep up with the front runners, you have to take risks sometimes. Unfortunately, one risk didn’t pay off. In a narrow canyon we suddenly cut both tires. We kept going for about two kilometers, but then we heard knocking and the turbo impeller broke. We were stuck there for almost three hours before we managed to change the turbo, because it was red-hot. At least later at night we got to try the dunes, which we passed without any problems. Tomorrow we’ll start again,” Šoltys described the stage. Karel Poslední also had a very strong pace at the start, but it lasted only until the 90-kilometer mark. “We were flying and overtaking one car after another, including trucks. But at kilometer 90 we came across Aliyyah, who had a puncture and steering problems. We hooked her up and towed her to the service area, so we once again played the role of angels. There’s nothing you can do—that’s Dakar,” Poslední said at the finish, where he and his crew arrived in 20th place, 1:23:29 behind the stage winner. The Dakar Rally continues on Monday with the second stage from Yanbu to AlUla. Crews will face a 400-kilometer special stage, with liaison sections totaling 104 kilometers. The overall length of the stage is therefore 504 kilometers. https://www.facebook.com/BUGGYRA https://twitter.com/buggyra_racing https://www.linkedin.com/company/buggyra-racing https://www.instagram.com/buggyra_racing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@buggyra

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