IN DEPTH: ‘We’ve had to have our elbows out’ – Alex Albon reflects on a pivotal season for him and Williams

It’s difficult to keep the smile off Alex Albon’s face right now.
Three years ago, the now 27-year-old was facing the end of the road in Formula 1. Dumped by Red Bull as a race driver – after his second chance with the energy drinks company – his future was uncertain.

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