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Fernando Alonso
Fernando Alonso is ready to test the motor racing waters outside of F1 with a reported return to the Dakar Rally.
The 45-year-old’s future has been subject of speculation throughout much of 2026, but he recently ended that by signing for Aston Martin for another F1 season in 2027.
Trying to fire the Silverstone team back up the grid isn’t the only thing the two-time world champion will be focusing on though, as he seeks a return to the Dakar Rally.
According to Spanish outlet SoyMotor, Alonso will be competing in the world famous and notoriously hazardous Dakar Rally next year.
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The developments follow the Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday, where during the weekend Alonso let slip he made more projects than F1 on his mind, saying: “Perhaps there will be more surprises in the coming weeks , there are things that people probably think are impossible, but I want to find the limits of what is possible.”
What is the Dakar Rally?
The Dakar Rally is one of the world’s toughest motorsport events, combining long-distance racing with extreme off-road terrain, navigation and endurance.
It was first held in 1978, and the modern Dakar is based in Saudi Arabia and features cars, motorbikes, trucks and other specialised vehicles competing over roughly two weeks.
The 2027 edition is scheduled to take place between January 1st and 15th, therefore it will not interrupt Alonso’s F1 season or even preparation for it.
Where will the 2027 Dakar Rally take place?
However, doubts remain over the location of the race. Saudi Arabia is Plan A and has hosted the last seven editions but due to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, teams could decide to pull out or not have enough money to cover insurance policies.
An alternative would be the Morocco where organisers can be more certain of a full field.
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