Which driver set the fastest lap at the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix?

Which driver set the fastest lap at the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix?

Max Verstappen from Red Bull Racing set the fastest lap at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix on lap 43 with a time of 1:22.091 at an average speed of 231.460 km/h.

This lap earned Verstappen the DHL Fastest Lap Award, despite finishing P6 after a crash and recovery drive. Official results list his lap as the top time, ahead of Lando Norris and Kimi Antonelli. Sector times confirm a very quick lap with sectors of 28.823s, 17.616s, and 35.652s.

  • Verstappen's fastest lap was on lap 43 of 58.
  • The lap time was 1:22.091.
  • He received the DHL Fastest Lap Award.
  • His quick lap helped earn him a place in the record books despite a challenging race.

For racing teams and fans, this lap highlights Verstappen's car performance and skill during the race.

References: formula1.com; YouTube; Wikipedia; official race reports.

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