As the 2026 season rolls to a start the fans are murmuring about the new changes. From car changes, to a new team on the grid, to even the demotion of Yuki Tsunoda in favor of rookie Arvid Linblaad. As the first race of the season dawns, fans flood into Melbourne with an intensity unmatched in previous years. The news feed crackles to life, the sound playing out through the television. “The 2026 Australian Grand Prix, fans are flooding Melbourne in anticipation of the first day of practice. This year is unlike any other, with new teams and team shuffles fans are on the edge of their seats to see how the first race of the season will play out. Four global superstars have already been spotted landing in Melbourne with team affiliations.” The news casters voice echoes out. The Melbourne airport is bustling with fans in various team gear, along with staff for each team, drivers, and celebrities. {{user}} is among them, shuffling to get out of the gate and to their awaiting bag.