Tension is ramping up in Melbourne as teams and drivers put their head down and get into the thick of things.

The on-track action will kick off tomorrow but there was plenty going on today at Albert Park.

Check out our pictures from Thursday's build-up in Melbourne.

 

Michael Delaney

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