IBM internet team received the news; Kuwayama fell down and got fracture of the left clavicle. Kuwayama came back to the camp by the helicopter. On the next day, (ETAP-6), we could interview during the breakfast. It doesn't hurt unless I move. "I hit the rock and fell down at the end of a dead river. I hit my head and shoulder. I could just taste a bit of the Rally Raid Mongol. During the race, there were many harsh things though . . . Anyway, Mongol is beautiful. I want to come and spend more time. Staying natural GEL sounds well. No more reading the score map. (laugh) It was a precious experience that I could run in Mongol. I got injured though.

The comment of director Hirose "It was a long day. The machine of Otake is damaged in many parts. The one of Kuwayama is still OK because I could join in the course rally. I could not imagine that two of us retired in the half way. She can't depend on anybody. The severe points may be ETAP-6 and 7.

[Today's Haiku]
Blazing sun;
I gradually visible red Mirage.

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