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    "excerpt": "W2RC Portugal: Bengaluru\u2019s Aishwarya Pissay has scripted history by becoming the first woman from Asia and India to win her class at the BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal 2025, the fourth round of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). \n\n",
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    "editor1": "W2RC Portugal: Bengaluru\u2019s Aishwarya Pissay has scripted history by becoming the first woman from Asia and India to win her class at the BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal 2025, the fourth round of the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). \n\n<p>Competing in the Rally2 \u2013 women\u2019s category, the 29-year-old not only topped her class but also secured an impressive 27th place overall in a star-studded international field, marking a monumental breakthrough for Indian motorsport.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Racing as a privateer in what is widely regarded as the world\u2019s toughest rally-raid series, Aishwarya\u2019s achievement has been hailed as a testament to perseverance, independence, and excellence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>With the backing of TVS Racing and a coalition of committed partners, she has established herself as a trailblazer and a beacon of inspiration for women in motorsport across Asia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cThis win means the world to me. Becoming the first woman from Asia and India to win at this level is not just a personal milestone, it's a message to every young girl who dreams beyond limits. I\u2019m grateful to TVS Racing and all my partners who made this moment possible,\u201d Aishwarya said after her victory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The rally itself was a grueling test of endurance and skill. Covering a total distance of 2,000 km, including 1,225 km of competitive stages across six days (including a prologue), the event took riders through 100% gravel tracks across Portugal and Spain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cThis win means the world to me. Becoming the first woman from Asia and India to win at this level is not just a personal milestone, it's a message to every young girl who dreams beyond limits. I\u2019m grateful to TVS Racing and all my partners who made this moment possible,\u201d Aishwarya said after her victory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5><b>Also Read: <\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/live-cricket-score\">LIVE Cricket Score<\/a><\/h5><p>With this triumph, Aishwarya has strengthened her campaign toward the Dakar Rally 2027, where she hopes to become the first Indian woman to compete and finish on two wheels. The Portugal victory not only provides her with valuable race experience but also instills further confidence and momentum as she works toward her ultimate goal of conquering the world\u2019s most iconic rally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5>Article Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/ians.in\/english-wire\/sports\/1\" rel=\"nofollow\">IANS<\/a><\/h5>",
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