Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally with Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso is understood to be preparing for a return to the Dakar Rally with backing from Aston Martin. Alongside agreeing to terms to remain with Aston Martin in Formula 1 for 2027, the two-time world champion reportedly persuaded the manufacturer to support an entry prepared by Prodrive. Five-time motorcycle category winner Marc Coma is expected to rejoin Alonso as co-driver.

The proposed rally-raid car will reportedly be based on the Dacia Sandrider and could feature styling inspired by the Aston Martin concept from Call of Duty. Prodrive is also considering fielding a full team, with Nasser Al-Attiyah and Sebastien Loeb under consideration as potential drivers, though official confirmation has not yet been issued.