The first practice session of the season at the Australian Grand Prix was red flagged just 20 minutes in thanks to an unusual issue. No driver actually crashed or left their car on the track, but a couple of minor excursions off-track kicked up some gravel and left it all over the track.

Haas rookie Oliver Bearman has halted final practice for Sunday's Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix just four minutes into the session, with the British driver bringing out the red flags after he lost control of his car and buried it in the gravel on turn 11 on the Albert Park circuit.

After three months and one week off - who's counting - F1 has returned to racing action this weekend for the season opener: The Formula One 2025 Australian Grand Prix. After Friday's practice sessions,

Melbourne is ready to host this year's Formula 1 season opener. Fans have flocked to Albert Park for the Australian Grand Prix, with a big few days of motorsport action scheduled. Below are all the key timings.