Before engines started and the action got under way, our photographers were out in the paddocks to capture these fantastic images of race cars at rest.
Gallery: The calm before the noise
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As the sun rose over the paddocks, before the Motor Circuit's gates were opened, a few early-rising mechanics and drivers could be seen near their cars – tea in hand – preparing for the day ahead. Enjoy a snoop around the shelters with us during the calm before the storm.
Photography by Tom Shaxson and James Lynch.
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