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In this episode, host Dawn Barnable sits down with motorsport athlete Aliyyah Koloc, who has already made racing history, and she’s only just getting started.

Born and raised in Dubai, Aliyyah became the youngest-ever competitor in the Dakar Rally at just 18 - but before that, she had already secured two truck racing speed records. Since then, she’s added a GT4 endurance championship title to her name, continuing to make her mark on motorsport.

They talk about:

• What it takes to compete in the Dakar, one of the world’s toughest motorsport races
• Her mental and physical training regimen
• Competing with and against older, more experienced racers
• How her Asperger’s diagnosis has shaped her perspective and performance
• Her goals, growth, and what keeps her grounded off the track

Whether you’re a motorsport fan or just love stories of resilience, determination, and breaking new ground, this conversation is for you.

🔗 Links & Resources

• Aliyyah Koloc – Buggyra Racing
• @aliyyahkoloc
• Dakar Rally
• Vehicles of the Dakar - a handy guide
• Creventic 24H Series
• More on Aliyyah’s GT4 win

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Credits:

• Host: Dawn Barnable
• Guest: Aliyyah Koloc
• Produced by: The Mettleset

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