TCL Returns as the Official Television Partner of the FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX for 2024

Get ready to rev up your engines for four days packed with excitement both on and off the track as the 2024 Australian Formula 1 Rolex Grand Prix zooms into Melbourne.

The anticipation is electric as the city braces itself for the return of the motor race extravaganza that captivates the nation. From March 21st to March 24th, 2024, Albert Park, Melbourne, will be the epicentre of high-speed thrills, welcoming some of the globe's finest drivers, and TCL will be there to help make sure you catch every heart-pounding skid, spin and corner taken.

With over 300,000 enthusiasts expected to flock to Albert Park over the four-day spectacle, knowing what to expect in advance is crucial to making the most of this adrenaline-pumping event.

What is the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix?

The Australian Grand Prix is a prestigious Formula 1 motor race held annually in Melbourne. Dating back to 1928, it stands as one of the oldest races on the Formula 1 calendar.

The Australian Grand Prix typically marks the beginning of the Formula 1 season and attracts some of the best drivers and teams from around the world. It consists of several practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and the main race event, which takes place on a Sunday.

The Australian Grand Prix is not only a prominent sporting event but also a major cultural and entertainment spectacle, drawing in crowds of spectators and fans from all over the globe. It showcases the pinnacle of automotive engineering and racing talent, making it a highlight of the motorsport calendar.

What to Expect

It’s loud! If you haven’t experienced Formula 1 racing in person before, you will be shocked at just how loud these cars are in real life. After all, they are rockets on wheels, and hearing them up close and personal for the first time can be startling, but you do have four days to get used to it. Ear protection is a must. Thankfully, free earplugs are available throughout the event area in hopes of not sending you home a little deaf. If you can bring your own ear protection, even better.

There are plenty of spots around the tracks for you to park yourself, including multiple grandstand ticket options. Viewing angles are key in getting the most out of your grand prix experience so don’t be afraid to change up your viewing pole position every now and then. And if crowds aren’t your thing, you can enjoy a unique viewing perspective at special rooftop viewing platforms at selected hotels and surrounding buildings. 

There’s also a surplus of activities and entertainment for you to partake in if you want to take a break from the tracks. 

There are auto expos, for both vintage and modern cars, providing ample photo opportunities with automobiles you may never have the chance to see anywhere else. The Melbourne Grand Prix has also been known to occasionally include a Black Hawk helicopter as part of this exhibition, which is as Instagram-worthy as it gets.

Daily talks by experts in the automotive and tech industries are a popular distraction for the more hardcore enthusiasts, or even for fans who are just beginning their gearhead journey. Furthermore, you will get the opportunity to meet with and get your favourite driver’s autographs during scheduled meet and greet times.

Bringing the whole family? Don’t worry, this is a family-friendly event and accordingly has a dedicated ‘Kids Corner’ where the younger ones can join in on a range of activities including face painting, games and arts and crafts to keep them out of trouble. 

Food and drink options are also plentiful with a plethora of food selections available, including ample bars around, both in and outside the venue, where you can indulge in a drink or two while experiencing the world’s best drivers rip through the tracks at deafening speeds.

And it wouldn’t be such a celebrated event without live music and entertainment throughout the four days. Known for boasting some of Australia’s best talent, the Melbourne Grand Prix always delivers on the live entertainment front. For more information on the line-up and schedules, follow this link.

How TCL is Making Your Grand Prix Experience Unforgettable

The Australian Grand Prix Corporation recognises TCL as a pioneer in innovation and technology, therefore once again, TCL has partnered with the FORMULA 1 ROLEX GRAND PRIX 2024 to provide the entire Albert Park event with over 800 LCD TVs strategically placed across the circuit. This ensures that you can catch every exhilarating moment of the action regardless of your location.

Additionally, make sure you get yourself down to the “Activation Zone” where TCL has launched a dedicated area for motorsport aficionados to recharge, showcase their talents, spectate the races, and explore the newest TCL innovations.

You’ll have the opportunity to put your racing skills to the test on TCL's racing simulators and a driver reaction wall, making you more a part of the action than ever before. Daily prize giveaways will also add an extra layer of excitement and interaction for fans throughout the event.

If that wasn’t enough, TCL are also giving you the chance to win tickets to this illustrious event. Follow this link for more details on how you can enter and win.

Getting There

If you’re not a local, then you probably don’t have any idea how to get in and out of Albert Park. Don’t worry, Melbourne is an easy place to get around in and there’ll also be extra tram services provided just for the weekend of the event, so getting there and back will be even easier. For a full breakdown of all your transport options and how to utilise them, check out the official Australian Grand Prix site https://www.grandprix.com.au/event/getting-here