The latest edition in our series of photographs aimed at conveying Formula One in its full glory features the podium celebrations at Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.

The photographs are taken by Darren Heath, who over the last 20 years has carved a reputation as one of the best photographers in F1.

His latest image makes lovely use of the setting sun as winner Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello soak up the applause of their team and fans below.

This is Darren's story behind the image:

"The 2009 Australian Grand Prix will be remembered by millions for many years for a variety of reasons but for the professional photographers working at Albert Park it will go down as probably the most fantastically lit F1 race at which any of us have worked.

"So as to fit more favourably with European time zones the practice sessions, qualifying and race all took place in glorious afternoon autumnal light.

"As Jenson made his victorious way to the top step the setting sun cast a gorgeous warm glow on the celebrations that ensued."

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