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In 2003, local antiques dealer Patsy Quick became the first ever British
woman to compete in the world famous Dakar Rally.
Described by her husband
and mentor as a real-life Lara Croft, Beacon Security met with the courageous
and inspirational Patsy three years on with a view to becoming a partner
to Team Desert Rose.
Patsy described to Beacon Security her heavy crash
in the desert in 2003 where she was temporarily blinded and unable to walk. She was spotted
by a media helicopter overhead who transported her to a makeshift hospital. Patsy
was flown to Cairo where she underwent life-saving surgery to remove her
spleen.
Desperate to compete again in 2004, Patsy was one of only two woman
to enter into the rally. Sadly on day nine her attempt to continue
ended when she failed to make her start time due treacherous weather conditions.
2005
saw Patsy with mechanical failures on her KTM resulting in a very disappointing
early retirement.
Despite all the odds against Patsy, this amazing, motivating
woman still wanted to compete in 2006. Beacon Security recognised and admired
this quality as one that its employees have – a desire and determination
to succeed and be the best.
Ian Glen, Managing Director of Beacon said ‘We are delighted
to be involved with Patsy Quick and Team Desert Rose. ‘Beacon
recognise and admire Patsy’s qualities as ones to hold and aspire
to - to have a desire and determination to succeed and be the best’.
Patsy proved this at the 2006 Dakar, becoming the only UK female to complete
the rally.
For more information visit www.teamdesertrose.com