(UPDATED) Melbourne GP 2019 - pics from pitlane

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(UPDATED) Melbourne GP 2019 - pics from pitlane

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***now updated with pics from Sunday, and contains some race results. If you haven't yet seen the race and don't want to know, please return to this thread later***


hi guys,

here is the usual - please note there is a small spoiler about FP1

It is also "usual" in that the Haas again proved elusive this year... But if it finishes the race on Sunday, I may be able to catch it in the scrutineering area afterwards.

Prior to the race there was a season launch event in Melbourne CBD with all drivers and team principals attending, it was a big success with huge numbers of fans turning out.

Enjoy the race!


2019 Season Launch, Melbourne CBD

The drivers & team principals arrive by boat
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Kimi speaks to the masses. He got a huge roar from the crowd when he walked on stage
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MERCEDES
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the outer edges of the Pirelli tyres are very glossy this year
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Sebastian Vettel checks out the opposition
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Congrats to Valtteri Bottas, an outstanding drive
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FERRARI
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should've used more Microsol and hairdryer :wink:
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Warm-up before pitstop practice
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RED BULL
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RENAULT
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4-time champion Alain Prost
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Congrats to Castrol Australia, centenary year
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HAAS
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McLaren
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RACING POINT
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ALFA ROMEO
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TORO ROSSO
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WILLIAMS
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note how the left tyre conforms perfectly to the shape of the curb
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other stuff
Melbourne - great place for a race
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Ford Mustang returns to Aussie touring car series, very competitive so far
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On the other hand, Nissan will pull out at the end of the year
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The F-18 fly-over is always a crowd pleaser
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Australian Formula 4
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greetings from your correspondent
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Last edited by Jeff on Wed Mar 20, 2019 6:03 pm, edited 4 times in total.
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Awesome pictures Jeff, brilliant shots!! :D
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Hi Jeff

Great spy shots as always! Thanks

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Jeff,
Thanks a lot for your annual contribution..we were all waiting for it knowing that yet another year has past..
Always something to look forward too :D

Thanks man,
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Thank You for sharing. Much appreciation :) .
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Fantastic photos! You capture a lot of details only modellers will be interested (or rival teams!)

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Wow, awesome pictures and envious of your access.

Seeing a picture of the Ferrari makes me feel better when my decals don't lay down flat.... :D

Also, wonder if that Marshall knew he was carrying $1 million in his arms?

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Great pictures again, Jeff!!
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Jeff, thank you for the pictures. I look forward to this every time the new season starts. Thanks again!

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Great stuff as usual! Thanks again, Jeff
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