“
From September 19 to September 21, the next stage of the “Queen of Motor Sports”-the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan will take place at the Baku.
The champion decided to deal with the main intrigues and interesting things on the eve of the 17th race of the season, which is gradually approaching completion.
Historical reference Formula-1 will visit the tank, although the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan will be eight in medicine. How is it possible? Everything is simple. He made his debut in the 2016 Grand Prix.
Since then, Baku has invariably accepted the Formula-1 on its streets, with the exception of usually the 2020.
The record holder by the number of victories in Azerbaijan is the former pilot Red Bull Sergio Perez (2021, 2023). The Mexican who will return to Formula-1 in 2026 is the only rider who has more than one victory in Baku.
Also at the stage triumphant: Oscar Pastri (2024), Max Ferstapppen (2022), Walther Bottas (2019), Lewis Hamilton (2018) and Daniel Riccardo (2017). The 2016 Grand Prix was won by Nico Rosberg.
Among the teams, everything is simple – Bull was triumphant in Baku 4 times, Mercedes three times, and McLarene only once.
The configuration of the track The city route in Baku combines two opposites: narrow and technical segments of the Old Town with the historical walls of the fortress and one of the longest lines in the season – above 2 kmwhere the car is accelerated over 350 km/h. It is this combination that makes Baku a “street monk”.
Getty Images Key areas: an extremely narrow section near the castle (turn 8) about 7 meters wide, as well as a long starting line, where most of the overtaking occurs.
In total, the length of the track is 6 kilometers, and the 51 circle forms a total distance of 306.049 km. The car deck consists of 20 turns, and the DRS zones on the start-financial line and long segment after 2 turn allow pilots to attack the pilots most often.
The record time in the race at the Azerbaijan stage was demonstrated by Charles Lecler in 2019, passing mostly in 1: 43,009 minutes.
Tires, strategies and weather in BakuThe tire supplier for formula-1 Pirelli will bring the softest trio of 2025 at the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan, which is one degree softer than last year.
C6, which has already been used in Imola, Monaco and Montreal, will play the role of soft red tires. C5 will be Medium and C4 will be HARD.
“On a low clutch and wear and tear on the same set as in 2024, it would inevitably lead to a strategy with one pit.
Moreover, it is obvious that this year, especially on Monka, teams and pilots have learned how to control the tires well, so very different strategies will be used in the race. Although it is a street route, there are a few very long straight lines in the tank, where cars develop a very high maximum speed, which creates a significant vertical load on the tires, ” – said in Pirelli.
Of course, the strategy of one pitch-star will be a priority as last year, but formula-1, together with Pirelli, try to regulate the number of races to change rubber.
The weather forecast in the tank can add “peppercorns”, as there is a chance of a small rain that can help intrigue and unexpected results.
Favorites and intrigues of the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan Of course, McLaren will be favorites here, but it should be understood that the intrigue in the struggle between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri is now even more. The Australian missed the partner by command order and allowed him to play 3 points in the fight for the title.
Since Baku has repeatedly seen sensational accidents, a simple question arises. Will Norris and Pastri share the road on the narrow streets of Baku. This is especially true of the Oscar, who needs to be ahead of the partner or at least not playing him to secure the championship without unnecessary nerves.
Also, frequent safe-karas in Azerbaijan can give sensational results, both in the leadership group and among the middle ones, where each race is struggle for points.
I also want to call the favorite of the Grand Prix of Charles Lecler, who came here 5 times in a row, but the effectiveness of the start from the first position does not comfort-no victory.
But Max Ferstapppen, who is not so successful in Baku, can surprise again, in Monc, the Dutchman also never manifested himself especially, but last race showed a master class of rivals.
Azerbaijan Grand Prix ScheduleFriday, September 19th 11:30 – 12:30. The first practice
15:00 – 16:00. The second practice
Saturday, September 20 11:30 – 12:30. Third practice
15:00 – 16:00. Qualification
Sunday, September 21 14:00. Race
Where to watch the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan The direct broadcasting and directly of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Race in Ukraine will show Setanta Sports Ukraine and OTT platform Setanta Sports.
”, – WRITE: Champion.com.ua
From September 19 to September 21, the next stage of the “Queen of Motor Sports”-the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan will take place at the Baku.
The champion decided to deal with the main intrigues and interesting things on the eve of the 17th race of the season, which is gradually approaching completion.
Historical reference Formula-1 will visit the tank, although the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan will be eight in medicine. How is it possible? Everything is simple. He made his debut in the 2016 Grand Prix.
Since then, Baku has invariably accepted the Formula-1 on its streets, with the exception of usually the 2020.
The record holder by the number of victories in Azerbaijan is the former pilot Red Bull Sergio Perez (2021, 2023). The Mexican who will return to Formula-1 in 2026 is the only rider who has more than one victory in Baku.
Also at the stage triumphant: Oscar Pastri (2024), Max Ferstapppen (2022), Walther Bottas (2019), Lewis Hamilton (2018) and Daniel Riccardo (2017). The 2016 Grand Prix was won by Nico Rosberg.
Among the teams, everything is simple – Bull was triumphant in Baku 4 times, Mercedes three times, and McLarene only once.
The configuration of the track The city route in Baku combines two opposites: narrow and technical segments of the Old Town with the historical walls of the fortress and one of the longest lines in the season – above 2 kmwhere the car is accelerated over 350 km/h. It is this combination that makes Baku a “street monk”.
Getty Images Key areas: Extremely narrow Ka section near the castle (turn 8) only about 7 meters wide, as well as a long starting line, where most of the overtaking occurs.
In total, the length of the track is 6 kilometers, and the 51 circle forms a total distance of 306.049 km. The car deck consists of 20 turns, and the DRS zones on the start-financial line and long segment after 2 turn allow pilots to attack the pilots most often.
The record time in the race at the Azerbaijan stage was demonstrated by Charles Lecler in 2019, passing mostly in 1: 43,009 minutes.
Tires, strategies and weather in BakuThe tire supplier for formula-1 Pirelli will bring the softest trio of 2025 at the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan, which is one degree softer than last year.
C6, which has already been used in Imola, Monaco and Montreal, will play the role of soft red tires. C5 will be Medium and C4 will be HARD.
“On a low clutch and wear and tear on the same set as in 2024, it would inevitably lead to a strategy with one pit.
Moreover, it is obvious that this year, especially on Monka, teams and pilots have learned how to control the tires well, so very different strategies will be used in the race. Although it is a street route, there are a few very long straight lines in the tank, where cars develop a very high maximum speed, which creates a significant vertical load on the tires, ” – said in Pirelli.
Of course, the strategy of one pitch-star will be a priority as last year, but formula-1, together with Pirelli, try to regulate the number of races to change rubber.
The weather forecast in the tank can add “peppercorns”, as there is a chance of a small rain that can help intrigue and unexpected results.
Favorites and intrigues of the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan Of course, McLaren will be favorites here, but it should be understood that the intrigue in the struggle between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri is now even more. The Australian missed the partner by command order and allowed him to play 3 points in the fight for the title.
Since Baku has repeatedly seen sensational accidents, a simple question arises. Will Norris and Pastri share the road on the narrow streets of Baku. This is especially true of the Oscar, who needs to be ahead of the partner or at least not playing him to secure the championship without unnecessary nerves.
Also, frequent safe-karas in Azerbaijan can give sensational results, both in the leadership group and among the middle ones, where each race is struggle for points.
I also want to call the favorite of the Grand Prix of Charles Lecler, who came here 5 times in a row, but the effectiveness of the start from the first position does not comfort-no victory.
But Max Ferstapppen, who is not so successful in Baku, can surprise again, in Monc, the Dutchman also never manifested himself especially, but last race showed a master class of rivals.
Azerbaijan Grand Prix ScheduleFriday, September 19th 11:30 – 12:30. The first practice
15:00 – 16:00. The second practice
Saturday, September 20 11:30 – 12:30. Third practice
15:00 – 16:00. Qualification
Sunday, September 21 14:00. Race
Where to watch the Grand Prix of Azerbaijan The direct broadcasting and directly of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Race in Ukraine will show Setanta Sports Ukraine and OTT platform Setanta Sports.