The new ten-year agreement from 2025 will also see Formula 2 and Formula 3 join the race weekend schedule for the first time ever from 2023, providing even more racing action for fans to enjoy. The 2022 Grand Prix saw over 419,000 fans visit the Albert Park circuit for the race weekend, the largest
crowd for a weekend sporting event in Australian history, cementing the much-loved status of the venue which has been on the Formula 1 calendar since the first race in Melbourne in 1996.
Over the past two years the promoter has made significant investment to upgrade the circuit and will
continue to improve the overall fan experience and facilities, including the paddock and pitlane, at the circuit over the coming years. This will enhance the fan experience but also modernise the facilities for the teams that will be essential for the smooth running of the event over the next decade.
The date of the Grand Prix will be confirmed in due course and once the 2023 calendar is finalised it will be subject to World Motor Sport Council approval.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO, Formula 1, said:
“I am delighted to confirm that Melbourne and the Albert Park circuit will continue to be on the Formula 1 calendar until 2035. The race has always been a favourite for the fans, drivers and the teams and Melbourne is an incredible and vibrant international city that is a perfect match for our sport.
This year we saw huge crowds and passionate fans at the Grand Prix, and we are very excited by the future in Australia as our sport continues to grow.
I want to thank the Victorian Government, Daniel Andrews, Premier of Victoria and Martin Pakula, Minister for Tourism, Sport & Major Events for their tireless support for the event in Melbourne, as well as Andrew Westacott and Paul Little from the AGPC for making this already long-term partnership secure for the future.
We are all looking forward to being back in Melbourne next season with all our fans.”
