World● Low5d ago · Oct 30, 2026, 9:01 AM
Dakar 2027 confirmed to be held after decision to leave Saudi Arabia
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Clarín · North Africa
Organizers confirmed this Friday that the traditional competition will exceptionally return to African territory next year. The Saudi kingdom had hosted the event since 2020, after its stint in South America.
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