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Albon: I've been waiting for this since I was six years old!

New Toro Rosso signing Alexander Albon says that being confirmed as a Formula 1 driver for 2019 is the fulfilment of a childhood dream. "I was beyond excited as I have waited for this moment since I was six years old," he told Red Bull this week. After competing in this year's FIA Formula 2 championship, the British-Thai racer was officially confirmed on next year's F1 grid at the start of the week following the Abu Dhabi season finale. "I received the call on Monday afternoon," he said. "I was told that I was now confirmed as a Toro Rosso driver and that the team was ready to make an announcement. "I was in the shopping mall buying a pair of trainers so I...
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