'He ordered the most expensive thing on the menu' – Albon reveals how his compensatory Monaco dinner with Russell panned out

Williams driver Alex Albon has shed light on his dinner with Mercedes' George Russell, a meal jokingly demanded by Russell as compensation for Albon's role in Williams' strategic team play at the Monaco Grand Prix. During the race, Williams employed a unique tactic, using both Albon and Carlos Sainz to deliberately slow down the pack four times, creating clear air for free pit stops for both drivers. This maneuver, however, significantly held up Russell, who, in his frustration, bypassed the Nouvelle Chicane to overtake Albon, a move that earned him a drive-through penalty. Following the race, both Williams drivers apologized for the tactical interference, with Russell lightheartedly suggesting Albon owed him dinner. Albon confirmed the dinner took place, revealing Russell ordered the priciest item: lobster pasta. While Albon opted for a wagyu carbonara, he admitted the Monaco prices, especially during race weekends, made the bill substantial. Despite the lavish meal, Russell humorously maintains the score isn't quite settled, hinting that the bill wasn't "expensive enough." This playful exchange highlights the camaraderie among drivers, even after on-track frustrations, and offers a glimpse into their off-track interactions.