Australia’s passion for Formula One is booming, with record attendances at Albert Park defying rising costs and a lack of success on the track
suggested on Friday that he preferred the Australian leg to be the first race of the season, as it has been traditionally . Officials are reportedly discussing that possibility, together with the feasibility of running the race at night under lights. Kevin Magnussen and Pierre Gasly both spoke glowingly of their time here surfing . Several drivers highlighted Melbourne’s culinary delights.
Despite the price hike, the Australian Grand Prix is still among the cheaper events on the 23-leg annual calendar. Given the surging popularity - many grandstands sold out in minutes when tickets were released months ago - it remains to be seen what further price hikes might do for demographics.
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