Not sure if anyone in the USA is interested, but 2009 Dakar started last week in South America (moved from Africa due to terrorists). Right now Mitsubishi and VW are duking it out for the top spot. Unfortunately Mitsubishi is down to 3 Racing Lancer's due to engine failure beyond repair. Check out the official US page:
http://www.mitsubishicars.com/MMNA/j...r.do?loc=en-us
Also, this seems to be the best site for daily updates and video:
http://www.mitsubishi-dakar.com
OLN is doing daily 30 minute race updates for those that have cable/dish.