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Abu Dhabi

First Grand Prix

1996

Number of Laps

58

Circuit Length

5.278 km

Race Distance

306.124 km

Lap Record

1:19.813

Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit

History and Construction

The first Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park was held in 1953, though it wasn’t part of F1.
In 1996, it replaced Adelaide as the host of the Australian GP on the Formula 1 calendar.
The track was built using existing urban roads, with modifications to meet F1 standards.
It is a semi-permanent circuit, meaning much of the track serves as public streets outside race weekends.
A mix of fast corners and straights makes it a technical challenge for teams.

Design and Features

It has a length of 5.278 km and features 14 corners.
The track is fast and flowing, with slippery asphalt at the start of the weekend due to regular road use.
Following the 2022 redesign, the chicane at Turns 9-10 was removed, increasing average speeds.
Features four DRS zones, improving overtaking opportunities and race action.
Surrounded by parks and lakes, it offers some of the most scenic views on the F1 calendar.

Key Facts

Has been the season opener for most years since 1996.
Michael Schumacher holds the record for most wins at Albert Park, with 4 victories.
In 2002, a dramatic crash between Ralf Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello at Turn 1 was one of the most spectacular in the circuit’s history.
Lewis Hamilton holds the fastest race lap with 1:20.260 (2023, Mercedes).
In 2020, the GP was canceled just hours before practice due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since its return in 2022, it has continued evolving as one of the most exciting tracks in F1.