LIVE and in REAL TIME<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nF1 today: FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhy is the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Saturday?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The race takes place on Saturday, September 26, because Sunday is Azerbaijan\u2019s Remembrance Day. The entire programme was moved forward, with practice on Thursday and qualifying on Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What time does the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix start?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Azerbaijan GP starts at 12:00 UK, 07:00 ET and 15:00 local time<\/strong> on Saturday. It will run for 51 laps around the 6.003km Baku City Circuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCan Kimi Antonelli win the 2026 F1 championship in Azerbaijan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. Antonelli arrives in Baku with an 81-point lead over George Russell<\/strong>, making him mathematically capable of securing the championship. To become champion, he must leave Azerbaijan at least 75 points ahead<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho was fastest in Azerbaijan GP FP2?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
George Russell led the session for Mercedes with a 1:43.347, completing a sweep of Thursday practice in Baku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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