The starring F1 rookie who doubted he could make it
All three Formula 1 rookies had impressive years in 2019, but arguably the most impressive was Lando Norris, who harboured doubts he would be good enough this year before going on to impress all at McLaren
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Who will win Rookie of the Year at the Autosport Awards on Sunday? As always there are contenders from outside Formula 1, but the championship is represented by Alex Albon, George Russell and Lando Norris. All three have done sensational jobs in 2019 following graduation from Formula 2 and have further enhanced their reputations at their respective teams.
Arguably it was Norris who made the biggest strides throughout the season, and he ended it with the greater momentum.
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