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Fernando Alonso returns to Dakar with Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally in 2027 with Aston Martin-backed car.
In brief
Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally in 2027 with Aston Martin-backed car. Fernando Alonso will return to the Dakar Rally in 2027 driving an Aston Martin car based on a Dacia Sandrider concept. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Fernando Alonso set for Dakar Rally comeback
Fernando Alonso is understood to be returning to the Dakar Rally in a rally-raid car based on a Call of Duty concept.
Alonso agrees to stay with Aston Martin in 2027
Alonso has secured favorable terms with Aston Martin to remain in Formula 1 for 2027.
Alonso's past Dakar experience
Alonso previously finished 13th in the 2020 Dakar Rally with Toyota.
Alonso's motivation for Dakar
Alonso says he needs to experience different racing series to become a more complete driver.
Dakar Rally background
The Dakar Rally began as the Paris-Dakar Rally but now runs in Saudi Arabia.
Aston Martin car based on Dacia Sandrider
Alonso will drive an Aston Martin car prepared by Prodrive based on the Dacia Sandrider concept.
Dacia Sandrider development
The Dacia Sandrider was developed from a Prodrive Hunter project and re-engined for Dakar.
Dakar 2027 location uncertainty
The 2027 Dakar Rally is scheduled for Saudi Arabia but may move to Morocco due to security concerns.
Alonso's co-driver
Marc Coma, Alonso's 2020 co-driver, is expected to return as his co-driver for 2027.
At a glance
Fernando Alonso will return to the Dakar Rally in 2027 driving an Aston Martin car based on a Dacia Sandrider concept.
