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Alex Albon paid for a dinner date with George Russell as a peace offering after their on-track clash in Monaco.
Alex Albon bought George Russell dinner as a peace offering after their on-track clash at the F1 Monaco Grand Prix. F1 introduced a new two-stop strategy, leading to controversial tactics by teams to minimize time lost in the pits. Williams instructed Carlos Sainz and Albon to alternate slowing down to maintain position during their second pit stops. Russell was frustrated by being stuck behind Albon and accused him of driving erratically. Although Russell overtook Albon by shortcutting the chicane, he finished 11th without points. Albon and Sainz claimed 9th and 10th, respectively. Albon later settled the dispute by paying for dinner with Russell and shared a friendly photo on social media. Williams boss James Vowles apologized to Mercedes for the strategic maneuvers during the race.
