On January 12, 2025, after racing over 5,900 kilometers across Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal, British rider Stephanie Rowe made history by becoming the first female rider to finish the Africa Eco Race. She didn’t just finish the race, she did so in the most challenging category - malle moto (unassisted). Following this history-making achievement, Stephanie now sets her sights on an even greater goal: competing in the 2026 Dakar Rally. We had the opportunity to catch up with Stephanie to talk about her career. Here is her story.