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Why Melbourne is a great place to race

"Melbourne is an awfully long way to go for a motor race but, somehow, if any other grand prix were to start the season, it would just not be right. "The Australians really know how to put on a party and this one hits the spot in just about every way. "There's the festival atmosphere. The pleasant temperatures (even the occasionally mixed weather can be a blessing). The location in a relaxed yet buzzy city. "The paddock, with sun chairs laid out on grass behind the garages, provides a beautifully convivial atmosphere for old acquaintances to be reunited after three months apart. "Even the track, albeit not the greatest in the world, provides just the right...
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