This is how late GP of Australia starts with Leclerc from pole position

On Sunday, the next duel between Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen will start again in Melbourne. Check now what time you have to get up to follow the Australian Grand Prix live.

It looks like the third Grand Prix of the year will once again be a blood-curdling duel between Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc. The two had already had thrilling battles in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and in Melbourne they are again evenly matched. During a chaotic qualifying session, it was the Monegasque who prevailed, yet there is an advantage for Red Bull Racing.

Verstappen and Sergio Perez will start the race from second and third place respectively. Carlos Sainz however, Leclerc's teammate, didn't get further than P9 and thus won't be able to back up.

If you want to follow the fight for victory live, you will have to set your alarm clock early. The Australian Grand Prix starts at 06:00 in the morning UK time. The spectacle can be followed via F1 TV or Viaplay, but you can also keep an eye on our liveblog. We will be ready to report all developments from the moment the lights go out.