George Russell claims Australian Grand Prix victory after battle with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc for first place

JONATHAN MCEVOY IN MELBOURNE: George Russell weaved his way through a chaotic start to the Australian Grand Prix to claim the victory that set up his world championship challenge in perfect style.


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