Irish Driver Alex Dunne Makes Formula 1 Weekend Debut with McLaren
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Summary
Alex Dunne, a young Irish driver, will make history by participating in the Austrian Grand Prix Formula 1 weekend, replacing Lando Norris in McLaren's first practice session. Dunne, a development driver for McLaren, has shown promise in Formula 2, winning two races and leading the championship.
Key quotes
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Dunne, who is a development driver for McLaren, has impressed in his first year in Formula 2 and has won two races and leads the championship.
He prepared for his first practice session by getting his first drive in an old Formula 1 car at Zandvoort in March.
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