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The FIA has confirmed that revisions have been made to the Albert Park Circuit in Australia in response to the incidents that occurred in the F1 race last season.
The 2024 event in Australia was the third one after the country returned to the calendar post a Covid-related break, ultimately overshadowed by a controversial crash involving George Russell and Fernando Alonso. Russell was following Alonso closely on the final lap, but Alonso braking earlier than expected caused Russell to lose control at Turn 6 and hit the barrier, with his car ricocheting back onto the track. This crash was the second incident that occurred at Turn 6 that weekend, prompting discussions about circuit safety improvements by the FIA and the Australian Grand Prix Corporation. Changes to the circuit included repositioning the barrier at Turn 6 to prevent cars from rebounding onto the track and implementing tweaks to the kerbs at Turns 6 and 7 for better safety. The modifications were made based on feedback from the FIA Safety Department, drivers, and teams, with the aim of enhancing safety while keeping the racing thrilling. George Russell, head of the Grand Prix Drivers Association, had previously advocated for such changes, making the FIA’s decision align with his concerns about safety on the track.
