Duke is a rival who often appears in events with mixed surfaces or significant off-road sections, typically during the Blue Wristband phase. He drives rugged, powerful vehicles like rally cars or high-performance SUVs. His strength is his ability to maintain speed and control over rough terrain. Strategy: To beat Duke, you absolutely need a car that is optimized for off-road or mixed-surface conditions. A pure road-racing car will struggle immensely. Focus on maintaining traction and stability over bumps and loose surfaces. Don't be afraid to drift through dirt corners to maintain momentum. Weaknesses: Duke's vehicles might be slower on pure tarmac sections. If the race has a significant road portion, you can gain time there. Recommended Car: An S-class rally car (e.g., Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo) or a powerful AWD SUV, fully upgraded with rally suspension, rally tires, and an AWD conversion if necessary. Tune for acceleration and stability over top speed.
