Azerbaijan will host a world championship grand prix till at the least the tip of 2030 after inking a brand new four-year deal to stay on the System 1 calendar.
The 2025 version of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is the ninth operating of a race across the Baku Metropolis Circuit, on the shores of the Caspian Sea, and the tenth anniversary of the nation’s first race in 2016, when it was held underneath the European Grand Prix moniker.
The three.73mi observe shortly developed a repute as a wildcard venue. Just one driver, Sergio Perez, has gained the occasion greater than as soon as. Charles Leclerc is the one a number of polesitter, with 4 P1 begins.
The state-backed occasion’s contract was as a result of expire on the finish of subsequent season, however the brand new deal introduced at present will make sure the race will proceed to the start of subsequent decade.
“System 1 has persistently obtained a heat and enthusiastic welcome from the folks of Azerbaijan,” System 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali stated. “The circuit is exclusive, with technical sections and lengthy straights that run by the gorgeous shoreline and historic outdated city, delivering an eventful and entertaining race yearly.
“This renewal displays the sturdy belief and dedication between System 1, the Azerbaijani authorities and the promoter, and paves the way in which for an thrilling future within the nation.
“I wish to thank President Ilham Aliyev and Minister [Farid] Gayibov for his or her continued funding and dedication to evolving the occasion; Anar Alakbarov and the Azerbaijan Vehicle Federation for championing System 1 within the nation; and the staff at Baku Metropolis Circuit for his or her year-round efforts in delivering an distinctive expertise for our followers, drivers, and groups.”
Farid Gayibov, the Minister of Youth and Sports activities, stated the grand prix was integral to Azerbaijan’s plan to change into a “international hub for main sporting occasions”.
“Over time, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has grown into some of the anticipated races on the F1 calendar, showcasing not solely thrilling on-track motion but additionally the wonder, vitality and hospitality of our capital.
“This extension reaffirms our dedication to internet hosting world-class occasions and additional strengthens Azerbaijan’s place on the worldwide stage.
“Collectively we’ll proceed to current Baku as a vibrant, world-class sporting vacation spot, welcoming followers from throughout the globe to expertise each the joy of System 1 and the distinctive spirit of our metropolis and nation.”
Three different occasions will attain the ultimate 12 months of their contract subsequent season: america Grand Prix in Austin, the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona and the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.
Whereas Austin is anticipated to stay on the calendar, Barcelona has already been changed by Madrid as host of Spain’s nationwide occasion, although native organizers are hopeful of securing an prolonged deal.
Dutch Grand Prix administration has already confirmed it won’t search a contract extension past subsequent season.
