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Albert Park changes complete, more overtaking expected

Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO Andrew Westacott says that the modifications that have been made to Melbourne's Albert Park circuit should result in a lap of the venue being five seconds quicker. The Albert Park circuit, which has not hosted a Formula 1 Grand Prix since 2019 due to the Coronavirus has undergone significant changes over the last two years, aimed at improving racing at the track which has hosted the Australian Grand Prix since 1996. 'Five seconds a lap quicker, but [with] the new-spec cars, closer racing,' Westacott told Motorsport.com. 'You can actually tail the car in front and expect to be able to overtake and be in a competitive position. 'The main location is Turn...
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