“The culmination of years of hard work, sacrifice and an unyielding pursuit of excellence”
RIDER FACTS
A.M.
- The Norwegian Dakar family welcomes a new member: Axel Mustad, ready to venture in the Arabian desert after the iconic Pal Anders Ullevalseter led the way in Africa and South America, all the way to a place of 2nd on his KTM (2010).
- Mustad will jump on a Husqvarna - the brand born in Sweden and now owned by KTM - as he joins HT Rally Raid, the team founded by Henk Hellegers.
- A keen sportsman, used to exploring new terrains as a real estate agent and filmmaker, Mustad faces the world’s most iconic rally-raid as a “dream” and an opportunity to show how far “dedication and perseverance” can lead one.
2025 AMBITIONS
A.M.: “I’m proud to participate in the Dakar with HT Rally and Henk Hellegers, names that resonate deeply within the rally community. Their expertise and support provide a robust foundation, enhancing my preparation and boosting my confidence.
I am ready to bring my passion, skills and unwavering determination to the Dakar Rally 2025. It's not just a personal milestone. It is the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifice, and an unyielding pursuit of excellence. It is about proving to myself and to my family that dreams, no matter how big, are achievable with dedication and perseverance.”
