1997 · Round 1 / 17Completed
1997 Australian Grand Prix
Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit · Melbourne, Australia
Winner
David Coulthard
McLaren · 1:30:28.718
David Coulthard won the 1997 Australian Grand Prix for McLaren, finishing 20.046 seconds ahead of Michael Schumacher (Ferrari), with Mika Häkkinen (McLaren) completing the podium. Jacques Villeneuve had taken pole position.
It was round 1 of 17 of the 1997 Formula 1 World Championship, held at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne, Australia on 9 March 1997.
After round 1, David Coulthard led the 1997 drivers' championship on 10 points, 6 ahead of Mika Häkkinen. McLaren led the constructors' standings on 14 points.
1997 Australian Grand Prix: quick facts
When was the 1997 Australian Grand Prix?
The 1997 Australian Grand Prix took place on 9 March 1997. It was round 1 of 17 of the 1997 Formula 1 calendar.
Where was the 1997 Australian Grand Prix held?
The 1997 Australian Grand Prix was held at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne, Australia.
Who won the 1997 Australian Grand Prix?
David Coulthard won the 1997 Australian Grand Prix for McLaren, ahead of and .