Walkner said , “ It ’ s been a long event and I ’ m really happy that I won it . During the last few days we were faced with overflowing rivers , long stages with tricky navigation and a series of other things that could have completely changed the outcome of the event . This is my first victory in the championship and it feels good .” “ The new bike has given me a lot of confidence to push and take my riding into a new level . I ’ m happy with my performance here in Morocco and this is very important heading into the Dakar Rally now . It makes the next three months a lot easier for me . The team have done an awesome job and we are all looking forward to the Dakar Rally .” Pablo Quinitanilla ( Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing ) took sixth spot in Morocco , which was enough to secure the Chilean rider the overall win in the FIM Crosscountry Rallies World Championship .
Final Standings 2017 OiLibya Rally of Morocco
1 . Matthias Walkner ( AUT ), KTM , 10:03:49 2 . Kevin Benavides ( ARG ), Honda , 10:17:31 3 . Ricky Brabec ( USA ), Honda , 10:20:47 4 . Antoine Meo ( FRA ), KTM , 10:22:16 5 . Joan Pedrero ( ESP ), Sherco , 10:26:17 6 . Pablo Quintanilla ( CHL ), Husqvarna , 10:41:11
The team have done an awesome job and we are all looking forward to the Dakar Rally
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