The ten fastest laps at the 2023 Australian F1 Grand Prix

While Indy Cars may have then covered down the straight, Formula 1 race cars are still exceptionally quick automobiles.

But with their sleek chassis, powerful downforce, light weight and ability to handle corners at pace, no car can cover the track with greater ease at pace.

As time ticks on, drivers become more skilled, just as the machines they steer have become faster and faster.

And with its smooth surface and several straights, Melbourne's Albert Park race track is considered quite fast by Formula 1 standards.

Ahead of the 2024 edition, we took a look back to see which ten drivers hit the highest speeds during last year's race around the lake.