Length: 5.278 km (3.279 miles)
Race Distance: 306.124 km (190.216 miles) over 58 laps
Number of Corners: 14 (9 right-hand, 5 left-hand)
Track Width: Varies; widened in sections (e.g., Turn 1: 2.5m, Turn 3: 4m, Turn 6: 7.5m, Turn 11: 3.5m)

Note: Circuit shortened from 5.303 km pre-2021 due to layout changes.

Layout Features

DRS Zones: 4

Detection points: Before Turn 14 (pit straight), before Turn 8 (Lakeside Drive)
Zones: Pit straight, Turn 2-3, Lakeside Drive, Turn 10-11

Longest Straight: ~1.3 km (Lakeside Drive), speeds over 330 km/h with DRS
Elevation Change: Minimal; largely flat

Sectors

Sector 1: Medium-speed corners (Turns 1-5), overtaking at Turn 1
Sector 2: High-speed corners (Turns 6-10), fastest section
Sector 3: Medium-speed and technical corners (Turns 11-16)

Lap Records

Type	Time	Driver	Team	Year
Race Lap Record	1:19.813	Charles Leclerc	Ferrari	2024
Qualifying Lap Record	1:16.732	Max Verstappen	Red Bull	2023

Technical Characteristics

Surface: Smooth for a street circuit; resurfaced in 2021
Downforce Level: Medium
Tyre Compounds (2025): Pirelli C3 (hard), C4 (medium), C5 (soft)
Average Speed: ~235 km/h (pre-2021 data; higher post-redesign)

Corner Details

Turn	Name	Description
1	Jones	Medium-speed right-hander, widened, key overtaking spot
2	Brabham	Fast, sweeping left-hander with DRS on exit
3	-	Slow right-hander, widened and cambered
4	-	Tricky left-hander after quick right flick
5	Whiteford	Flat-out right-hander
6	-	Medium-speed right-hander, widened (speed ~149 km/h to ~219 km/h)
7	Marina	Flat-out left sweep
8	Lauda	Flat-out right-hander to Lakeside Drive
9-10	-	High-speed left-right chicane, speeds >330 km/h with DRS
11	-	Quick left-hander in chicane
12	-	Quick right-hander in chicane
13	Ascari	Slow, technical right-hander, widened
14	Stewart	Sharp right-hander
15	Senna	Slow left-hander
16	Prost	Final right-hander to pit straight

Additional Notes

Pit Lane: Widened by 2m in 2021 (~18-20s pit stop loss)
Safety Features: Grass/gravel run-offs; concrete barriers near lake
Challenges: Slippery early weekend; tree shadows obscure markers

About Australia GP

The Australian Grand Prix

The Australian Grand Prix is one of the most popular and historic races on the Formula 1 calendar. Held in Melbourne, Australia, it is typically one of the first races of the season and is known for its exciting races, unpredictable weather, and passionate fans.

The race has been held at Albert Park Circuit since 1996, a semi-street track known for its fast corners, tight walls, and bumpy surface. The circuit is 5.278 km (3.280 miles) long and features 14 turns, making it a challenging venue for drivers. The combination of street and permanent circuit elements makes it unique, often leading to safety car incidents and unexpected results.

Before moving to Melbourne, the Australian Grand Prix was previously held in Adelaide from 1985 to 1995, where it was famous for hosting season-ending title deciders, including the dramatic 1994 championship battle between Michael Schumacher and Damon Hill.

Some of the sport’s greatest drivers have won in Australia, including Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, Ayrton Senna, Sebastian Vettel, and Max Verstappen. McLaren holds the record for the most wins by a team, while Michael Schumacher and Lex Davison (from the pre-F1 era) share the most wins by a driver.

The Australian GP attracts huge crowds, often exceeding 400,000 fans over the race weekend, making it one of the most attended events in motorsport. Its festive atmosphere, picturesque lakeside setting, and proximity to Melbourne’s vibrant city center make it a favorite among drivers and fans alike.

As one of the most important races on the Formula 1 calendar, the Australian Grand Prix continues to be a thrilling and unpredictable event, setting the stage for an exciting F1 season.