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Marko: I think Albon is better than Kvyat
It was a decision that caught just about everyone in the Formula 1 paddock by surprise namely, Alex Albon getting the nod to replace hapless Pierre Gasly at Red Bull ahead of Daniil Kvyat. Red Bull's driver boss Helmut Marko explained the decision-making process which resulted in Albon, with only 12 F1 races on his CV, being chosen ahead of Kvyat who returned to the top flight as a changed driver and the one most likely to step up, until he was not. Marko explained in a recent interview, 'I think Albon is better. We know how fast Kvyat is, we can say that he has become a more complete driver. However, based on all factors, we chose Alex.' The Thai driver will be thrust in the limelight as...
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