2026 Australian Grand Prix Press Conference Schedule
Summary
The FIA has published the 2026 Australian Grand Prix press‑conference schedule, covering Thursday 5 March to Sunday 8 March and listing driver, team‑principal and podium interview slots.
FIA released the official press‑conference schedule for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. The four‑day media programme runs from Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, featuring driver interviews, team‑principal briefings and post‑session debriefs. Top figures such as Lewis Hamilton, George Russell and Adrian Newey are on the roster, giving media a clear roadmap for the season opener.
Why it matters:
- Ensures live media coverage of headline drivers and team leaders.
- Lets teams plan driver media duties without hampering track work.
- Gives fans and sponsors precise timing for key moments.
The details:
- Thu 5 Mar 13:30‑14:00 – Hülkenberg (Audi), Bottas (Cadillac), Russell (Mercedes), Hamilton (Ferrari), Piastri (McLaren), Lindblad (Racing Bulls).
- Fri 6 Mar 14:30 – Newey (Aston Martin), Lowdon (Cadillac), Wolff (Mercedes).
- Sat 7 Mar Post‑Qualifying – Interviews with the top‑three qualifiers.
- Sun 8 Mar Post‑Race – Interviews with the podium finishers.
What's next:
- Qualifying at 16:00 GMT Saturday, race at 19:00 GMT Sunday.
- Press‑conference clips will be streamed live alongside race coverage.
- Additional FIA technical briefings are expected later in the weekend.
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