ALEX Dunne says he expects a “fantastic learning experience” after McLaren confirmed he will be involved in this Friday’s opening practice session for the Austrian Grand Prix. Dunne will become the first Irish driver since Ralph Firman to take part in a Formula One weekend when he gets behind the wheel of Lando Norris’ MCL39 car at the Red Bull Ring.

McLaren development driver Alex Dunne will drive in place of Lando Norris during FP1 at the Austrian Grand Prix

Alex Dunne will take part in the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, with the McLaren junior driving in the first practice session. The Formula 2 championship leader will dovetail his duties this weekend, getting the chance to drive the McLaren MCL39 alongside his F2 campaign.