MERCEDES ON TOP
Mercedes enjoyed a 1–2 finish in today’s season opener in Melbourne. A short while ago, the team gathered outside the garage for a group photo to mark the occasion, leaving Kimi Antonelli in a shower of champagne.
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RUSSELL CONVERTS POLE TO VICTORY
George Russell was able to convert his pole position into a win today, claiming the sixth victory of his career. After losing the lead, he managed to retake the position with an early overtake and never looked back.
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MAKING UP GROUND
After starting P7, a strong launch and a solid drive saw Lewis Hamilton finish P4. It was a podium finish for his teammate too, and things certainly look more promising for Ferrari this year.
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DELIVERING FOR AUDI
Gabriel Bortoleto, who finished P9 and brought valuable points back to Audi. He was quick to head back to the hospitality suite after the race, receiving congratulations from his girlfriend, Isabella Bernardini.
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The food and drink offerings at this year’s Australian Grand Prix.
THE CLASS OF '26
As is tradition, the drivers assembled on the grid for the start of year photoshoot ahead of the first grand prix start, this year with 22 drivers.
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BRUNCH IN THE PADDOCK
It was laughs aplenty in the Williams hospitality suite this morning, as Rebecca Donaldson, Alicia Torriani, and Alexandra Leclerc gathered for brunch. These three are often seen at the track together between sessions.
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THE PERFECT START
That's what Isack Hadjar said following qualifying yesterday, after achieving his career-best starting position. This is the first time Max Verstappen has been outqualified by a teammate since Baku in 2024.
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AN OLDER HAND
Lewis Hamilton makes his way through the paddock today for the first race of the season, marking his 20th campaign in the sport.
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A lot of the team kits have a fresh look for the new season. How much will it set you back if you want to get your hands on some at the track? Watch this video to find out.
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COLAPINTO STARTS P16
Franco Colapinto will start P16 for today’s race, with his teammate Pierre Gasly in front of him. Sandwiched between the two Alpine cars will be the Williams of Carlos Sainz.
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FIRST ONE BACK
Sergio Perez is back on the grid for his first race since his departure from Red Bull Racing at the end of the 2024 season, which became a difficult period for the Mexican driver. Today, he’s on the grid with an all-new team and will line up 18th.
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GREETING THE FANS
Charles Leclerc was stopped by many fans as he made the walk from the paddock entrance to the Ferrari hospitality suite today.
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HOME RACE DAY
Oscar Piastri was in high spirits as he made his way through the paddock today. He’ll be starting from P5, but will he be able to gain a few positions and achieve a podium at his home race? We’ll find out in just a few hours’ time.
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LEADING THE WAY
As the lights go out here in Melbourne, it will be George Russell starting on pole position. Alongside him will be his teammate, Kimi Antonelli, as the 2026 season gets underway.
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A MISSED CHANCE?
Gabriel Bortoleto made it into Q3 yesterday, but issues with his car meant he was unable to run in the session. As a result, he’ll be starting today’s race from tenth on the grid.
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LAWSON ARRIVES IN STYLE
Liam Lawson turned heads today, arriving at the track in a Ford Raptor T1+. Carlos Sainz Sr. drove this car in the Dakar Rally.
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TIME FOR THE FANS
Lando Norris obliged many fans on his way into the paddock today, signing a number of caps as he made his way along the Melbourne Walk.
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WHAT A WRECK
Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes is in need of major repairs before qualifying after he had a massive hit into the wall at Turn 2. Fortunately Kimi is ok, but whether he will be able to participate in quali at 4pm Melbourne time is yet to be seen.
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Qatar Airways have cancelled all of their hospitality for this weekend.
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HAMILTON ON THE MOVE
Lewis Hamilton travelled by buggy through the paddock before making the final leg of the journey on foot to reach a fan appearance ahead of today’s FP3 session.
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A HERO’S WELCOME
Both McLaren drivers took to the Melbourne Walk, but it was clear the majority of the crowd were there for their home driver. The fans were in a frenzy as the Aussie, Oscar Piastri, made his way through the lines of supporters.
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ON TWO WHEELS
Alex Albon took to a scooter to make his way around the paddock this morning. Drivers often opt for a scooter or bicycle to move around what can be an incredibly busy paddock efficiently.
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A STRAIGHT FACE
Isack Hadjar had a blank expression as he made his way through the paddock, and was told to smile for the camera by a Red Bull Racing photographer… and his response? You’ll see it on the second slide.
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TIME FOR FANS
Carlos Sainz spent some time signing autographs and taking selfies with a number of fans along the Melbourne Walk this morning. Carlos is a popular driver at many of the circuits across the calendar.
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MR AND MRS
Charles and Alexandra Leclerc arrive in the paddock this morning ahead of the first qualifying day of 2026. Last season, Charles qualified P7 here, but after a “positive start to the weekend”, I’m sure he’ll be looking to better that this year.
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A STRONG START
Arvid Lindblad will be happy with his performance yesterday, going fifth and eighth fastest in the two practice sessions. There’s just one more practice session remaining before he makes his F1 qualifying debut.
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HIT BY DOUBLE TROUBLE
Sergio Perez had a frustrating session today, experiencing a hydraulics issue that caused a VSC deployment. This came after the Cadillac driver had already missed most of the session due to a sensor fault. As a result, he completed two laps.
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RETURN OF RED
It’s back to team kit today for Lewis Hamilton, who has made his way to the Ferrari garage ahead of today’s two on-track sessions.
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LINDBLAD HITS THE TRACK
Arvid Lindblad will be heading onto the track today for the first of two free practice sessions, as the drivers look to gather as much data as possible ahead of tomorrow’s all-important qualifying session.
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