The 15th edition of the prestigious Silk Way Rally came to a triumphant close in Gorno-Altaysk, the capital of the Altai Republic in Russia. The international competition, which brought together 837 competitors from 12 countries, began its journey from Irkutsk, Buryatia, and spanned over 5,500 kilometers through challenging terrain.
Participants raced across both car and motorcycle categories, traversing diverse landscapes including Mongolia’s Ulaanbaatar, Bayankhongor, Govi-Altai, and Khovd provinces. The rally lasted for 11 days and tested the endurance, precision, and skill of every rider and driver involved.
In a major victory for Mongolia, International Master of Sports P.Murun claimed first place in the “Moto Rally–Up to 450cc” category. Riding a KTM 450 Rally Replica, he outperformed international contenders to become the proud winner of the coveted “White Lion” Trophy. This marks an improvement over his performance last year, where he also made it to the podium. His back-to-back success has cemented his status as one of the premier rally riders in the region. Moreover, in the automotive division, Russian teams dominated the leaderboard, securing all three top positions.
The Silk Way Rally has been held since 2009 and is recognized as one of the world’s most demanding cross-country endurance rallies. Originally, parts of the route were scheduled to pass through China, but earlier this spring, the Federation of Automobile and Motorcycle Sports of China announced restrictions on certain transit areas. As a result, organizers, in cooperation with the Government of Mongolia, adjusted the route and decided to relocate the rally’s finish line to Ulaanbaatar, extending Mongolia’s role in hosting this major international event.
The successful completion of this year’s rally further solidifies Mongolia’s growing presence in global motorsport and highlights the country’s vast and challenging landscapes as an ideal setting for endurance racing.

Published Date:2025-07-25