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Fernando Alonso has admitted that he feels excited to be stepping outside of his comfort zone when he competes in the Daytona 24 Hours later this month. The Spaniard will drive the United Autosports Ligier JS P217 at the ROAR this week ahead of the official 24-hour event.
Last year, Alonso raced away from Formula 1, trying his hand at the famous Indianapolis 500 race. The double F1 champion will return to the United States to attempt another event, admitting he is thrilled to be heading into relatively unknown territory.
"It’s a true pleasure to go back racing in the States, in front of the US fans,” he said. "In less than a year I will have competed in two legendary races, which makes me very proud.I have always wanted to challenge myself in other categories of motorsport, as this is what you need to become a better driver. Going out of my comfort zone by taking part in such an iconic race as the Daytona 24 Hours is just amazing.
"I am looking forward to racing for United Autosports, the reigning European LMP3 Champions. At the test we had in Spain in November, everyone made me feel extremely welcome and part of the family and I’m happy to be spending more time with the team and my team-mates in a few days, at the ROAR.
"I just cannot wait to jump in the car again and drive on the famous oval," he added. In the last couple of months I have been spending time watching several Daytona 24 Hours, which made me even keener to go out there and try myself. It’s going to be fun!"
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