Adrien Van Beveren @A_Vanbeveren
Born on February 4, 1991 in Hazebrouck, France, Adrien Van Beveren grew up surrounded by the sandy terrains of Northern France. His passion for motorsports emerged early, first in motocross and then in beach racing, where he became a local hero in the Hauts-de-France region. Known as the “Little Prince of the Dunes”, he cemented his reputation by winning the Enduropale du Touquet three times in a row (2014, 2015, 2016).
Background
Adrien switched to rally-raid in 2016 and immediately made an impact. At the Dakar Rally, he finished 6th in his debut before claiming two remarkable 4th place finishes in 2017 and 2022. He has often battled for the lead in Dakar stages, showcasing his speed and consistency against the world’s best.
Elite Competitor with Honda HRC
Now one of the top contenders in world rally-raid, Adrien races with the Monster Energy Honda HRC team aboard the Honda CRF450 Rally. Standing 1.87m tall and weighing 86 kg, he brings both strength and finesse to the sport. Outside the rally bike, his love for motorsports extends to wave runners, rally cars, track bikes, buggies, and mountain biking—all of which contribute to his training and versatility.
Key Victories & Career Highlights
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Enduropale du Touquet – Winner (2014, 2015, 2016); Vintage Class Winner (2025 on a 1996 Honda CR500).
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Dakar Rally – 3rd overall in 2024 and 2025; 4th in 2017 and 2022; multiple stage wins across editions.
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World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) – 3rd overall in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
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Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge 2023 – First victory with Honda, confirming his dominance in sandy terrain.
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Andalucía Rally 2022 – Victory that sealed Honda’s Constructors’ title.
Recent Form and Goals
Adrien finished 5th at Dakar 2024 before climbing onto the podium in 2025 (3rd overall). Alongside his Dakar consistency, his triumph at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge and regular W2RC podiums underline his position as one of the most complete and feared riders in the field.
Looking Ahead
With Honda, Adrien has become a central figure in rally-raid. His technical input has helped refine the CRF450 Rally, and with multiple podiums to his name, he now has one clear ambition: to finally conquer the Dakar Rally and reach the summit of his sport.
