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Horner: Easy to forget Albon's rookie status

Christian Horner believes such has been Alexander Albon's performances this season that it has belied his rookie status. Just over a year ago Albon was out of the Formula 1 picture, signing a deal to race for Nissan e.dams in the Formula E series. And then Red Bull came calling. The Thai-British racer was released from his Formula E contract, instead joining Toro Rosso for the 2019 F1 season. Less than six months after his F1 debut, and with only 12 starts to his name, Albon was promoted to Red Bull, replacing the beleagured Pierre Gasly. He finished the campaign eighth in the Drivers' standings, winning the Rookie of the Year award at the FIA gala. 'It's easy to forget that it is his...
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