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Fernando Alonso quickest in first Le Mans test

Fernando Alonso's preparations for his Le Mans 24 Hours debut got off to a perfect start as the Spaniard topped the first official test day at the weekend.

Alonso is partnering ex-Formula One drivers Kazuki Nakajima and Sebastien Buemi in the No.8 Toyota for the famous race, which he hopes to win as part of his bid to complete motor racing's Triple Crown -- which includes Le Mans and the Indy 500 along with the Monaco Grand Prix, which he has won twice. The two-time world champion ended up quickest in both of Sunday's sessions at the French circuit.