The new Defender Trophy: Reviving the spirit of adventure and conservation
The Defender Trophy is back and with it a new Defender 110 Trophy Edition.
Well, it's not called that anymore, obviously, but the ethos of those gruelling and epic challenges in yellow Land Rovers returns with the new Defender Trophy.
Inspired by Trophy and Challenge events of the past, this Defender Trophy will create its own legacy across three demanding rounds of training and competition.
Defender says only those who embrace the impossible, with a passion for global conservation, need apply, as well as individuals who embody the values of the original British adventure brand..
They are inviting entries from more than 50 countries. Local selections will begin this year, before national finals early next year determine who will make it to the global final hosted with Defender conservation partner Tusk – in Africa – in 2026.
New model
They have also launched a new Defender 110 Trophy Edition in a choice of two exclusive heritage-inspired colours – Deep Sandglow Yellow and Keswick Green – featuring a specially chosen adventure-ready specification.
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements include: entrants are resident in a participating country, over 23-years-old, can swim 50 metres, eligible to drive and travel internationally, and speak English.
An unstoppable spirit is also essential, they demand.
Applications are open now and the deadline for entries is 31 July 2025.
For full eligibility requirements, visit www.landrover.co.za/defender/defender-trophy/index.html.
Once applications close, competitors from more than 50 countries will begin their quest to reach the global final through a series of local selection events.
Early next year, regional finals will identify the national winners who will head to Africa for the global final in 2026.
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