Formula 1 heads to the streets of Baku this weekend for the highly anticipated Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
The Baku City Circuit is a unique mix of high-speed straights and a notoriously narrow, technical old town section, a combination that often leads to drama and thrilling racing.
After the end of the European season, this is the first of a series of flyaway races, and the teams will be looking to get the final push for the championship title underway with a strong performance.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
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Grand Prix Schedule
Due to the time difference between Baku and the UK, the sessions are held at convenient times for British viewers.
All times are British Summer Time (BST).
Practice 1: Friday, September 19 - 9:30 AM
Practice 2: Friday, September 19 - 1:00 PM
Practice 3: Saturday, September 20 - 9:30 AM
Qualifying: Saturday, September 20 - 1:00 PM
Race: Sunday, September 21 - 12:00 PM
How to Watch
In the UK, the entire F1 season, including the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, is broadcast live on Sky Sports F1.
Subscribers can watch every practice, qualifying, and the race live.
For those without a Sky subscription, you can stream the action on NOW TV with a daily or monthly sports pass.
Additionally, Channel 4 will show highlights of qualifying and the race for free.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Baku for the Grand Prix weekend is expected to be warm and windy, which can affect the cars' performance, particularly through the narrow, high-downforce sections.
While there is a minimal chance of rain, the gusty conditions could be a factor.
Friday: A high of 24°C with a 40% chance of rain.
Saturday: A high of 22°C, with a 25% chance of rain and winds up to 50 km/h.
Sunday: A high of 22°C with strong winds and a 25% chance of rain.
Recent Form and Past Winners
The Baku City Circuit has produced some memorable moments and surprise winners in recent years.
In 2024, current championship leader Oscar Piastri took the victory after a dramatic race that saw both Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz Jr. crash out while battling for the podium.
In 2023, Perez won the race, becoming the first driver to win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix twice.
Other winners have included Max Verstappen (2022) and Daniel Ricciardo (2017).
Charles Leclerc is a qualifying specialist here, having taken pole position for the last four consecutive years, but has yet to convert a pole into a race victory.