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Melbourne's Albert Park gets new pit lane, possible resurfacing before November race

Australian Grand Prix officials have widened the pit lane at Melbourne's Albert Park, while a resurfacing of the circuit is also under consideration ahead of this season's new November race slot. Since the maiden race in 1996, the pit lane has remained unaltered, which in recent times has led to a speed limit restriction of 60kph. Article continues under video But Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO Andrew Westacott has revealed the pit lane has been increased in width by two metres, achieved by the removal of a grass verge, allowing the pit wall to now sit along the edge of the track on the main straight. The alterations could result in the FIA increasing the pit lane speed limit to...
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