Baja Portalegre 500 celebrates 40th edition in Portugal

The 40th edition of the bp Ultimate Baja Portalegre 500 is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 15, in the Alto Alentejo region of Portugal. This milestone edition features 441 registered participants across various categories, marking one of the largest entries in the last two decades.

In the automobile categories, notable competitors include national champion Gonçalo Guerreiro, Luís Cidade, Miguel Barbosa, Ricardo Porém, and João Ferreira. The motorcycle category remains the most popular with 115 contestants, including championship leader Micael Simão and record-holder António Maio. Other participating categories include SSV, FIA automobiles, and Mini Baja, which features drivers aged between 8 and 16.

The event serves as a points-scoring race for the World Cup and the European Baja Cup, as well as national championships. The competition is recognized as a significant symbol for the city of Portalegre and the surrounding region.