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Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit

Melbourne, AustraliaWIKI

Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne has been the home of the Australian Grand Prix since 1996, serving as the traditional season opener for Formula 1. This stunning 5.278-kilometer street circuit winds around the picturesque Albert Park Lake, combining fast straights with technical corners that challenge even the most skilled drivers.

The track underwent significant modifications in 2022, with several corners reprofiled and the removal of the old Turn 9/10 chicane to create more overtaking opportunities. These changes transformed Albert Park from a processional circuit into one that delivers spectacular wheel-to-wheel racing through its 14 corners.

With a 60% safety car probability and Melbourne's famously unpredictable weather, the Australian Grand Prix consistently produces drama. From Mark Webber's fairytale debut for Minardi in 2002 to Martin Brundle's spectacular first-lap crash in 1996, this circuit has provided countless memorable moments to kick off the F1 season.

Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit circuit layout
Overtaking
6/10

Difficulty Rating

Tire Wear
Medium

Degradation Level

Strategy
1-stop (Medium-Hard)

Typical Pit Stops

Recent Winners

2026
George Russell
Mercedes
2025
Lando Norris
McLaren
2024
Carlos Sainz
Ferrari
2023
Max Verstappen
Red Bull
2022
Charles Leclerc
Ferrari

Iconic Moments

1996

Martin Brundle's spectacular first-lap crash.

2002

Mark Webber finishes 5th on debut for Minardi.

Race History

Explore all races held at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit across different seasons.

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Most Wins

1Michael Schumacher
4
2Jenson Button
3
3Sebastian Vettel
3
4David Coulthard
2
5Kimi Räikkönen
2

Technical Specs

Circuit Length5.278 km
Number of Corners14
Lap Record1:19.813
Record HolderCharles Leclerc (2024)
Safety Car Likelihood60%
Latitude-37.8497
Longitude144.9680
Street circuitHigh speedTechnical sector 3