Australian Grand Prix - Epreuve World Championship Formula 1 - 2012

The Melbourne racing circuit is an urban circuit within Albert Park, categorised as a medium-fast circuit, with drivers achieving a top speed of around 305 km/heure.

The circuits is 3.3mi in total length and thus one of the longer circuits in the F1 championship.

With 16 corners, many chicanes and one straight-away, spectators can witness some high speed action and tight overtaking manoeuvres.

Drivers complete a total distance of 192.23mi. The track, with its long sweeping curves, tight lay out and few long straights, does not leave much room for overtaking and most of the overtaking action will take place at the end of the pit straight.

The track is usually a commuter road, so the surface is quite smooth and grip level medium.

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