The Australian Grand Prix was called off after a two‑hour delay when rain‑slick conditions at Phillip Island left visibility too low for the race to proceed. The event, which had attracted a sell‑out crowd, was cancelled before the start of the 2024 Formula One season.
Race organisers had initially postponed the start in an attempt to wait for the weather to improve. However, the persistent rain and resulting low visibility made it impossible to run the race safely, leading to the final decision to cancel the event.
Phillip Island, located on the south coast of Victoria, is a well‑known motorsport venue that has hosted the Australian Grand Prix since 1996. The circuit’s popularity is reflected in the full attendance at this year's event.
With the race cancelled, drivers and teams missed the opportunity to earn points in the championship, and fans were left disappointed after a full house of spectators had gathered for the occasion.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
