Reunion Rally Championship 2025: official presentation of the Porsche team in La Réunion

La Reunion | Porsche Centre Reunion reaffirmed its support for Maxime Dupuy and Zakaria Omarjee, who were about to take the start of the 2025 Rallye Championship at the wheel of the legendary Porsche 991 GT+. On this occasion, partners, journalists and enthusiasts gathered at the Porsche Centre Reunion for the official presentation of the team.

The Rallye de La Réunion: a not-to-be-missed event

One of the most popular sporting events on the island, the Rallye de La Réunion holds a special place in the hearts of the inhabitants of Réunion. It began on 5 and 6 April with the start of the National Rally at Petite-Ile, in the Sud Sauvage region. Every year, between the sea and the mountains, the curvy, technical tracks tested the best teams, who had to combine technical mastery, speed and strategy to dominate these mythical roads.

Official presentation of the Dupuy-Omarjee crew at the Centre Porsche Réunion

For the 2025 season, the Centre Porsche Réunion has the honour of sponsoring the Dupuy-Omarjee team, who will be at the wheel of the only Porsche 991 GT+. This partnership underlines the Porsche Centre Réunion's commitment to local motorsport and its desire to support the development of Réunion's racing talent.

An exclusive event was held at the Porsche Centre in the presence of the trade press, the team's partners, the Porsche Centre team and personalities such as François Caillé, CEO of the Caillé Group, and Marc Bergeretti, Managing Director. The meeting was an opportunity to officially introduce the team, just a few days before they take part in the first round of the National Rally at Petite-Ile, an area particularly popular with drivers due to its technical and twisty roads. It was a privileged moment of exchange between enthusiasts, celebrating the spirit of competition and the passion for performance that drives our community.

Maxime Dupuy and Zakaria Omarjee: an experienced and ambitious duo

Maxime Dupuy, 32, a driver since 2010, is an experienced competitor with 51 rally starts to his name. Junior champion of La Réunion, he has 13 scratch podiums, 19 class victories and a 3rd place in the final of the Coupe de France des Rallies in 2021. In 2024, he stood out as the best performer at the Rallye de la Ronde de l'Est and the Rallye de Saint-Joseph. His technical mastery and competitive spirit make him a great asset for the 2025 season.

Zakaria Omarjee, co-driver since 1990, brings his unrivalled expertise. At his side since 2012, he plays a key role in guiding the team with precision and efficiency. The eight-strong support team complements the duo perfectly, ensuring impeccable preparation for each event. Together they form a team ready to push the limits of performance with the Porsche 991 GT+.

The DNA of performance and emotion: the Porsche 991 GT+.

With its rear-wheel-drive chassis and 520bhp engine, the Porsche 991 GT+ offers raw power combined with
exceptional precision. Its 50 Nm of torque guarantees impressive acceleration, while its six-speed manual gearbox ensures total control, especially on twisty roads.

Weighing just 1300kg and fitted with 18-inch wheels, it offers unrivalled manoeuvrability, ideal for tight corners and technical terrain. 380mm brake discs provide unrivalled stopping power, even in extreme conditions.

Specifically modified for racing, the Porsche 991 GT+ entered by Dupuy and Omarjee incorporates a steering wheel-mounted paddle shifter and hydraulic handbrake, offering instant responsiveness and perfect control of every situation.

Race calendar and live updates

Enthusiasts can follow the rally adventure via social media and the Ligue du Sport Automobile de La Réunion website for live updates.

• April 5 and 6, 2025 - National Rally at Petite-Ile
• May 10, 2025 - Regional Rally
• June 21, 2025 - 2nd Salazie Regional Rally
• July 25/26/27, 2025 - 56th Tour Auto - Reunion Island
• September 13/14, 2025 - Rallye National Ronde de l'Est
• October 25/26, 2025 - 18th Rallye National de Saint-Joseph
• December 6/7, 2025 - 51st Rallye National des 1000 KM

In The Media

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