Fisichella qualified 17th at Albert Park, after losing time due to reliability issues. He later described the B201 as undriveable. In the race, both cars were lapped by the field and Button retired late due an exhaust problem.
Fisichella finished 17th at Albert Park, after suffering from mechanical issues that caused him to fall behind. He later stated that the B201 was unmanageable. In the competition, both cars were left in the dust by the pack and Button withdrew late due to a faulty exhaust system.