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The FIA has scrapped curfew restrictions ahead of Formula 1’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix
The FIA has lifted curfew restrictions ahead of the Australian Grand Prix due to travel disruption caused by recent Middle East conflicts. Teams faced challenges getting personnel and freight to Melbourne on time, leading to delays in preparations for the race weekend. Crew members were delayed, forcing some teams to work under time pressure to get ready for Friday’s track activities. The decision to waive the curfew was made following discussions with teams, citing ongoing travel disruptions as force majeure for the situation. The changes to the curfew will allow teams to work overnight if necessary, ensuring cars are prepared for Friday morning’s session. Additionally, the FIA confirmed that the pitlane speed limit in Melbourne will remain at 80km/h despite earlier speculations of a potential reduction to 60km/h due to the arrival of an 11th team with Cadillac.
