Stage of Grand Prix of Azerbaijan “Formula 1” takes place in Baku

In Baku on Friday, April 27, the next stage of the World Cup in the Class “Formula 1” was launched.

The race in the Azerbaijani capital traditionally attracts the attention of motorsport lovers.

In Baku, it was possible to break the usual stereotype of the urban stages of Formula 1 in recent years, including the longest line in the calendar (2.1 km) in the configuration, which added the possibility of struggle for the position to the traditional difficulties of street races.

The first winner of the Grand Prix in Azerbaijan, held in 2016, Nico Rosberg ended his career. There is no Daniel Riccardo on the highway in Baku and the favorite of the public.

Starting races is given from Azadlyg Square. Racers overcome the path around the historical city along the Caspian Sea, and the finish line will be reached again on Azadlyg Square.

At the Baku stage of the Formula 1 Bolides, they will make 51 circles on the highway with 20 turns and a total length of more than six kilometers.

On Friday, April 28, testing of cars on the track. On Saturday, April 29, the main races of the Grand Prix of Formula 1 will be held.