McLaren driver apologises to fans at Albert Park after mishap during formation lap

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Home town hopeful Oscar Piastri crashes out during formation lap

McLaren driver apologises to fans at Albert Park after mishap during formation lap

George Russell has won the Australian Grand Prix with a commanding drive from the front of the grid as Oscar Piastri crashed on the formation lap