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The FIA have had to step in to accommodate the sport’s 11th team Cadillac at the season-opening F1 Australian GP.
The FIA had to intervene to accommodate Cadillac at the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix season opener hosting at the Albert Park Circuit. The race marks the beginning of a new era under the 2026 technical regulations, with fans witnessing the debut of the all-new cars and Cadillac as F1’s 11th team. Despite initial concerns due to the Middle East conflict, the event has been confirmed to proceed as planned, albeit with a last-minute rule change by the FIA for the Grand Prix weekend. The reduction in pit lane speed limit from 80kmph to 60kmph is one of the adjustments made to accommodate the influx of teams, notably Cadillac, in a compact pit lane space. While challenges are evident, the Australian GP’s Chief Events Officer assured fans that upgrades to the infrastructure are on the horizon, ensuring a smoother experience in the future.
