Fernando Alonso to Compete in Dakar 2027 with Aston Martin
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Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso is set to return to the Dakar Rally in 2027, partnering with Aston Martin and driving a previous championship-winning Dacia. His preparations will begin soon as he aims to improve upon his past performance.
Alonso's Dakar Comeback
Fernando Alonso, the two-time Formula 1 world champion, has confirmed his return to the Dakar Rally in 2027, teaming up with Aston Martin. He will drive a Dacia that won last year's competition, and preparations will kick off with initial testing next week.
The announcement of Alonso's participation follows speculation about his future in Formula 1, especially after a challenging season. Despite rumors of potential retirement from F1, Alonso has expressed a clear desire to continue competing in various motorsport disciplines. His contract with Aston Martin has been renewed, allowing him to pursue this new challenge in the Dakar Rally.
In the 2020 Dakar Rally, Alonso finished 13th driving a Toyota Hilux T1. For the upcoming event, he will race a T1+ model, aiming to improve on his previous results. The vehicle will be developed through a collaboration between Prodrive and Aston Martin, combining their expertise from past projects.
Alonso has chosen five-time motorcycle Dakar champion Marc Coma as his co-driver, having previously partnered with him in 2020. Testing will begin soon to help Alonso adapt to the unique challenges of the Dakar terrain. With the official announcement pending, Alonso is gearing up for what he considers one of the toughest competitions in the world.