Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
Melbourne, Australia · First GP: 1996
Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit is a 3.280 mi circuit in Melbourne, Australia, featuring 14 turns. It has hosted 28 Grand Prix races since 1996.
Track Layout
Track Specs
3.280 mi
Length
14
Turns
Clockwise
Direction
26 m
Altitude
Lap Record
1:19.813
Charles Leclerc (2024)
Typical Race Weather (March)
75.2°F
Avg Temp
60%
Humidity
1.97 in
Rainfall
30%
Rain Chance
GP History
28
Total Races
1
Race Title
2037
Contract Until
Circuit Record Book
29
Total Races
18
Different Winners
4
Most Wins
Occasional rain
Weather
Lap Record
Most Wins: Drivers
2000–2004
2009–2012
2011–2018
1997–2003
2007–2013
Most Wins: Constructors
1999–2024
1997–2025
2014–2026
2005–2006
2011–2023
Longest Win Streak
Michael Schumacher
3 consecutive wins (2000–2002)
Jenson Button: 2 wins (2009–2010)
Sebastian Vettel: 2 wins (2017–2018)
Race Weather Profile
Most recent winner: George Russell (2026, Mercedes)
Historical Winners
Circuit Analysis
At 2.7 turns per kilometre it has fewer corners per kilometre than the typical 2026 circuit, where the calendar average is 3.2. It is on the 2026 calendar.
Our race model rates it as an average circuit for overtaking, which shapes how much qualifying position is worth here.
Across 29 Grands Prix here, 18 different drivers have won. Michael Schumacher leads with 4 wins, and Ferrari is the most successful team with 10. 13 of 29 races were won from pole position, and winners lined up P2.4 on the grid on average. The lowest starting slot to win was P11, by David Coulthard in 2003. Since 2016, 21% of starters here have failed to finish (9 races).
Race weekends here have historically fallen in March, with an average of 24°C, 60% humidity and a 30% chance of rain. Wind averages 22 km/h.
Where is Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit located?
Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit is located in Melbourne, Australia.
When did Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit first host a Formula 1 Grand Prix?
Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit hosted its first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 1996.
How long is the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit circuit?
The Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit circuit is 5.278 km long with 14 turns.
What is the lap record at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit?
The Formula 1 lap record at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit is 1:19.813, set by Charles Leclerc in 2024.
Who has won the most races at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit?
Michael Schumacher leads all drivers with 4 wins at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit.