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Australian Grand Prix

Sunday December 6 2026

The Australian Grand Prix is the opening race of the Formula 1 season. That gives the weekend a particular energy. Teams and drivers are racing competitively for the first time, and no one yet knows how the season will unfold.

The circuit runs around Albert Park Lake, a few minutes from the centre of Melbourne. It is fast in places, narrow in others, and grip builds slowly across the weekend. Drivers talk about the need to build confidence lap by lap.

Beyond the racing, the weekend includes Formula 2, Formula 3, Porsche Carrera Cup and Supercars, with track action from morning to evening across all four days.

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Where is the Australian Grand Prix held?

The Australian Grand Prix is held at Albert Park, just a few minutes from the centre of Melbourne. The circuit runs on a mix of public roads and permanent track sections around Albert Park Lake.

Why go to the Australian Grand Prix?

The Australian Grand Prix is one of the most enjoyable races on the calendar. The circuit is fast and flowing, with the lake on one side and Melbourne's skyline on the other. The city embraces race weekend with a strong food and bar scene downtown, and Albert Park sits just a short tram ride from the centre.

What to expect over four days

A typical Australian Grand Prix weekend runs Thursday to Sunday. Thursday opens with practice and qualifying for the support series. Friday is for Formula 1 practice. Saturday is final practice and qualifying. Sunday is the Grand Prix.

What makes the Australian Grand Prix special?

Big moments tend to happen at Albert Park. The circuit blends public roads with permanent track sections, so grip builds slowly across the weekend and rewards drivers who build confidence lap by lap. Australia opens the Formula 1 season most years, which gives the weekend an extra sense of anticipation and an early read on how the season will unfold.