Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton racing a Ferrari for the first time. Reigning world champion Max Verstappen arriving without a lot of mileage in his Red Bull.

Millions of Aussies have been warned of severe temperatures as a sweltering heatwave grips the country’s southeast.

Millions of Australians on the east coast are set to swelter this weekend as a heatwave washes over parts of the country.

Drivers and fans alike will battle scorching temperatures at Albert Park on Saturday, but better not forget their ponchos and brollies on Sunday.

Forecasters have warned of a wild few days of weather with “very, very dangerous conditions” that could lead to extreme fire ...