The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix is set to take place at the Baku City Circuit from September 24 to 26, marking the tenth time Formula 1® will visit this venue. The race weekend features a full schedule of sessions, including practice, qualifying, and the main race, alongside supporting Formula 2 events.
The weekend programme begins on Thursday, September 24, with Free Practice 1 starting at 12:30 local time, followed by Free Practice 2 at 16:00. On Friday, Free Practice 3 is scheduled for 12:30, with qualifying taking place later at 16:00. The Grand Prix race itself is set for Saturday, September 26, at 15:00 local time. Formula 2 will also run its sessions during the weekend, including qualifying and practice on Thursday, a Sprint Race on Friday morning at 08:15, Feature Race 1 on Friday afternoon at 14:15, and Feature Race 2 on Saturday at 11:00.
The 2026 Azerbaijan GP weekend will see participation from all Formula 1® teams, with notable drivers such as Kimi Antonelli, who leads the championship standings with 81 points after his win in Madrid, Lando Norris from McLaren, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez representing Oracle Red Bull, Lewis Hamilton with Scuderia Ferrari, and Formula 2 leader Nikola Tsolov also competing in the support category. Verstappen and Perez remain the only multiple winners of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to date.
Fans can follow all sessions live through F1 TV Pro, which offers onboard cameras on all 22 cars and commentary in six languages. For those seeking enhanced viewing options, F1 TV Premium provides 4K Ultra HD/HDR streaming along with a Multiview feature, allowing multiple camera angles simultaneously. Additionally, live timing and session updates will be available on Formula1.com and the official Formula 1® app throughout the weekend.
Weather conditions in Baku are expected to be mild and dry during the race weekend, though wind gusts from the nearby Caspian Sea may influence track conditions. The Baku City Circuit continues to be a unique challenge for teams and drivers, combining high-speed straights with tight corners in the heart of the city.
This event represents the 15th Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 Formula 1® season, with the schedule carefully arranged to accommodate both Formula 1® and Formula 2 races. The weekend’s timetable offers fans a comprehensive motorsport experience, showcasing emerging talents alongside established drivers in one of the sport’s most distinctive street circuits.
The detailed schedule and viewing options ensure that fans worldwide can access the action conveniently, whether through official streaming services or live timing platforms. The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend promises to maintain the event’s reputation as a key fixture on the calendar, with a strong field of competitors and a full programme of racing activities.