The "Dakar Rally 2027" will not be held in Saudi Arabia.

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Sunday, October 25, 2026 - 14:45

The Amaury Sport Organization, which organizes the Dakar Rally, announced on Sunday that the 2027 edition of the race has been moved from Saudi Arabia due to security concerns.

The organization stated in its announcement, “The Dakar Rally 2027 will take place. The 2027 edition will be held at a different location... The venue will be revealed in the coming days.”

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