Leclerc absence leaves Russell as F1 virtual GP 'champion'


FILE PHOTO: Formula One F1 - Pre Season Testing - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - February 28, 2020 Williams' George Russell in action during testing REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo

LONDON (Reuters) - Williams driver George Russell has added an esports title to his resume after Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc withdrew from Sunday's final virtual Formula One grand prix to focus on the simulated 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Sunday's round of the unofficial series, put on to provide some entertainment after the COVID-19 pandemic halted Formula One's real-life racing, is around the Canadian Grand Prix layout.

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