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Australian GP chiefs bans F1 track invasion after 2023 problems
Following the chaotic Albert Park race last season, race organisers were found guilty of breaching FIA security protocols as fans invaded the track while cars were still running. This posed significant safety risks, including the potential of fans being hit by cars and reaching stranded vehicles. The FIA requested that event organisers develop a remedial plan after race stewards concluded that security measures were not properly enforced, jeopardizing the safety of spectators, drivers, and race officials. This issue has been ongoing, with similar incidents occurring in previous events, prompting a decision to completely restrict fan access to the circuit after this year’s grand prix. The Australian Grand Prix Corporation stated that there will be no track access for patrons following the 2024 Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix, but the possibility of changing this in the long term has not yet been determined. Similar action plans are being requested from race organisers in Brazil.
