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Stepping into the cockpit with élan, driving down the laps with gusto and taking the checkered flag with a flourish. This is what the Australian Formula One Grand Prix is all about and it ensures that you do not miss out on the fast-paced action when you are sightseeing in Melbourne . About The Australian Formula One Grand Prix Australia made its entry into the Formula One racing scene only in 1985. Formula One Grand Prix in Australia was previously held at the Adelaide Grand Prix Circuit (till 1995 to be precise) after which the venue shifted to the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park. Now it is worth noting here that Formula One racing in Australia prevailed before 1985, but these events were not regarded as parts of the Formula One World Championship. A Bit About Formula One Racing In Australia In The Adelaide Days The Adelaide Formula One racing circuit may have fallen behind in the laps, but there have been many a memorable race in the tracks out here. The venue had attracted top-notch drivers from all around the world and the past winners include racing stalwarts like Alain Prost, the late Ayrton Senna, Nigel Mansell and Damon Hill among others. Australian Formula One Grand Prix In Melbourne Rubbers burn with a vengeance at the Melbourne F1 racing circuit and although the action lasts only four days, the city remains ablaze for most part of the year. The Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix circuit has a length of 5.30 kilometers and the entire race consists of making 58 laps. Winners at the Formula One, Melbourne circuit have included speedstars like Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Mika Hakkinen, Giancarlo Fisichella and Fernando Alsonso. The tracks at this particular Formula One Grand Prix venue sure do harbor a liking for Michael Schumacher (powered by Ferrari) who has won an amazing four times here. The Australian Formula One Grand Prix season is a chance for the McLarens, Renaults and the Ferraris to prove that they make the fastest cars around, for the Schumachers and the Alsonsos to prove that they are the best behind the wheel and the Melbournians to prove that they are one sporty lot.
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