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Fernando Alonso Eyes Triple Crown After Endurance Success

3/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Fernando Alonso, the Spanish racing driver, transitioned to the World Endurance Championship with Toyota Gazoo Racing in 2018.
He won the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, securing both the Drivers' and LMP1 Championships.
Despite these successes, he has not won the Indianapolis 500, leaving him one victory short of the Triple Crown of Motorsport (Indy 500, Le Mans, Monaco Grand Prix).

History

Historical Context

The Triple Crown of Motorsport, comprising the Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and Monaco Grand Prix, has only been achieved by Graham Hill in 1972. Fernando Alonso, a two-time Le Mans winner in 2018 and 2019, has yet to conquer the Indianapolis 500, emphasizing the rarity and prestige of this racing milestone, which has seen only 19 drivers win at least one of its events.

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Story summary

Fernando Alonso, the Spanish racing driver, transitioned to the World Endurance Championship with Toyota Gazoo Racing in 2018.
He won the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, securing both the Drivers' and LMP1 Championships.
Despite these successes, he has not won the Indianapolis 500, leaving him one victory short of the Triple Crown of Motorsport (Indy 500, Le Mans, Monaco Grand Prix).

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