In a move that will give Indian fans ample time to plan, the Australian Grand Prix organisers have officially confirmed that the 2027 Formula 1 race will be held from 23 to 25 March at the iconic Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne. The announcement came from Supercars, the governing body for the Australian touring‑car series, which has long worked closely with F1 to secure the event’s calendar slot.
Supercars stated that the 2027 date was “locked in” after a series of negotiations with the F1 calendar committee and the Australian Motorsport Commission. The decision follows a trend of recent calendar adjustments that saw the Australian GP move from its traditional July slot to the spring of 2025, and then to the current March window. The 2027 schedule will therefore see the race as the opening round of the season, a position that has historically attracted high‑profile teams and drivers eager to start the championship on a strong note.
For India, this timing is particularly convenient. The race will take place in the early morning Indian Standard Time (IST), with the Saturday race starting at 1:30 a.m. IST and the Sunday final session at 4:30 a.m. IST. Fans can catch the action live on FanCode, which will stream the event in full, including all practice, qualifying and race sessions. The platform typically offers a 30‑minute free trial, after which a subscription is required. Indian viewers should note that the race will also be available on the official F1 app, which provides real‑time timing, live commentary and in‑app betting options.
Beyond the sporting spectacle, the 2027 Australian GP will feature a series of fan‑centric events, including a “Pit‑Lane Experience” that will allow selected viewers to walk the pit lane, meet team personnel and explore the technical side of the sport. The organisers have also pledged to enhance the sustainability of the event, with plans to introduce a dedicated electric‑vehicle zone and a carbon‑offset programme for spectators travelling to Melbourne.
Source: Supercars