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George Russell dominated the 2026 Australian Grand Prix to secure Mercedes' first victory of the new regulations era, with teammate Kimi Antonelli completing a stunning one-two finish. Max Verstappen delivered a remarkable recovery drive from P20 to sixth place, while championship contenders faced early setbacks in Melbourne.
Nikola Tsolov made history at Melbourne's Formula 2 feature race on March 8, 2026, becoming the first Bulgarian driver to win in the championship. Starting third, Tsolov inherited the lead when both Rodin drivers collided early in the race, then controlled the remainder to claim his maiden victory for Campos Racing ahead of Rafael Câmara and Laurens van Hoepen.
The 2026 Australian Grand Prix promises to be an electrifying season opener in Melbourne. With a strong fan base and a new era in F1, anticipation is high as teams prepare to showcase their performance.
Lando Norris clinched victory at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, securing McLaren's first win in Melbourne since 2012. The season opener showcased intense competition and dramatic debuts.
