New Years Day was filled with emotions rising in anticipation for opening ceremonies of the 2010 Dakar Rally. In the middle of downtown Buenos Aires, more than 300,000 people watched as each driver was introduced. Robby Gordon and his navigator Andy Grider were fan favorites. After Robby Gordon was interviewed about last years impressive performance and what he expected for this year, he climbed back into his Monster Energy / Toyo Tires Hummer as the announcer said to the thousands of people in the streets ”¦and now for what you have all been waiting for.’ Robby Gordon backed up his Monster Energy / Toyo Tires Hummer and jumped over the stage to the crowds delight. ‘I feel good about the rally’ Robby Gordon commented to the crowd. ‘I feel that our team is stronger than ever before with the addition of Carlo Degavardo and BJ Baldwin, our Hummers are stronger, faster and lighter. I look forward to getting off to a good start and the challenge that comes along with the Rally.’ Robby Gordon was then asked what its like to be back in Argentina and happily replied, ‘its great to be back here in Argentina. You guys are wonderful and have a beautiful country.’ For tomorrow, there will be a 251-kilometre special stage from Colon to Cordoba. A total of 684 kilometers, including liaison stages, are on the agenda (RGM), for more info, TV and internet coverage info, see my #7 Team News and Links page.(1-2-2010)
