Australian Grand Prix
Albert Park Circuit
Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
Track Layout
Circuit Information
1996
semi-permanent
Clockwise
Lap Record
1:20.235
Charles Leclerc (2024)
Historic Photos
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Circuit Designer
Melbourne Grand Prix Corporation
Circuit Evolution
Historic Moments
Melbourne's First Race
Damon Hill won the first Australian GP in Melbourne after the race moved from Adelaide. Martin Brundle had a spectacular airborne crash.
Brawn GP Magic
In their first ever race, Brawn GP finished 1-2 with Button and Barrichello. The fairytale team that came from nowhere.
Leclerc Dominates
Charles Leclerc led every lap in the new-layout race, as Verstappen retired with fuel problems.
Red Flag Chaos
Three red flags in one race - an F1 record. Max Verstappen eventually won in the chaos.
Did You Know?
- 1Located around Albert Park Lake, just 2km from Melbourne CBD
- 2Traditionally hosts the season-opening race, bringing F1 to the Southern Hemisphere
- 3The 2021 redesign removed chicanes and widened corners, increasing average speed by 10km/h
- 4Public roads are used, so the track surface is bumpy compared to permanent circuits
- 5Features a unique atmosphere with boats on the lake inside the circuit
- 6Free Fan Zones and walkable paddock access make it one of the most accessible GPs
First Formula 1 Race
1996
Years of F1 Racing
30
Session Schedule
Free Practice 1
Fri, Mar 6, 11:30 AM
Free Practice 2
Fri, Mar 6, 3:00 PM
Free Practice 3
Sat, Mar 7, 10:30 AM
Qualifying
Sat, Mar 7, 2:00 PM
Race
Sun, Mar 8, 5:00 AM
Historical Weather
Typical Race Weekend Conditions
Temperature
Humidity & Rain Chance
22°C
Avg Air
32°C
Avg Track
60%
Humidity
25%
Rain
Autumn in Melbourne - variable weather
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