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Irish phenom gets F1 chance in place of Norris
Irish youngster Alex Dunne will make his F1 debut at the Austrian Grand Prix after a successful test in an old McLaren car. He will replace Lando Norris for FP1 at the upcoming race. Dunne currently leads the F2 drivers’ standings with impressive performances this season.
Joining McLaren’s driver development program in 2024, Dunne’s rise to a Formula 1 car has been rapid. Ahead of his F1 session debut, Dunne expressed confidence and comfort during his test at Zandvoort, adapting quickly to the new challenge. His early career successes in British F4 and GB3 have paved the way for this opportunity, with potential for more F1 chances in the future.
Despite facing social media abuse after a crash at Monaco, Dunne’s on-track performances have earned him a well-deserved chance in Formula 1.
