Adelaide held the Australian Grand Prix between 1985-1995 and it served as the season finale in November of each year. Although it was successful, with 210,000 people attending the final race, it became too expensive to run and Melbourne took over as host the following year.

Formula 1 season will kick off with the Australian Grand Prix at the Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne from March 14 to 16. Lewis Hamilton, now with Ferrari, and Max Verstappen of Red Bull are among the key competitors.

MELBOURNE, Australia — Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton racing a Ferrari for the first time. Reigning world champion Max Verstappen arriving without a lot of mileage in his Red Bull. Lando Norris helping McLaren set a benchmark with his pace in testing.