Melbourne will be the third stop on the Formula 1 calendar, with Bahrain hosting the season-opening race.
After landing the chance to open the F1 year in 2026 as it once traditionally did for two decades, the Albert Park event will be the third stop on next season's record-equalling 24-race program.
Jeddah will host the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix a week after the Bahrain race.
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Melbourne will be the third stop on the Formula 1 calendar, with Bahrain hosting the season-opening race.
A sprint race will be a feature of the Australian Grand Prix next year.
Melbourne's Australian Grand Prix will not have the privilege of opening the 2027 Formula 1 season, but it will boast two races in its biggest weekend yet.
After landing the chance to open the F1 year in 2026 as it once traditionally did for two decades, the Albert Park event will be the third stop on next season's record-equalling 24-race program.
The main race will take place later than usual on April 4, with Bahrain replacing Melbourne as the season-opening venue on March 14.
Jeddah will host the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix a week after the Bahrain race.
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