Neil Mitchell interviews reporter Shane McInnes live from the Albert Park gates on the first day of the Australian Grand Prix.
Gates were not open amidst uncertainty as to whether the event would be cancelled because of COVID-19. Fans are lined up waiting to find out if the gates will open.
The event was ultimately cancelled, hours before the first practice session was due to begin.
This report aired on 13 March 2020.
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