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About this F1 Australian Grand Prix
The 2026 Australian Grand Prix is set to kick off from Thursday, 5 March through Sunday, 8 March, turning Albert Park into a motorsport celebration. With brand-new technical regulations and 100% sustainable fuel powering every car, this year’s opener promises tighter racing and a fresh chapter in Formula 1 history. Plus, the arrival of the Cadillac Formula 1 Team and Audi’s works operation ensures plenty of intrigue both on and off the track.
Track Highlights
Circuit length: 5.278 km of parkland roads and straights
Key braking zones: Turn 1 at the lakeside straight, hairpin at Turn 3, and the high-speed kink of Turn 11
Character: A mix of flowing curves and tighter technical sections rewards both aerodynamics and mechanical grip
Thursday, 5 March
Fan Zone opens (simulators, paddock views, support races)
Melbourne Walk: get up close to drivers arriving in the paddock
Friday, 6 March
Free Practice 1 & 2
Live music and food stalls in Lakeside precinct
Saturday, 7 March
Free Practice 3 followed by Qualifying
Grid walks and autograph sessions
Sunday, 8 March
Race Day: 58 laps, mid‑afternoon start
Podium ceremony, air show and concert finale
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