Official: Azerbaijan Grand Prix extends Formula 1 deal through 2030
Formula 1 will continue to race on the streets of Baku until at least 2030 after a new four-year contract extension was signed with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix promoter. The renewal secures one of the calendar’s most dramatic venues and follows a wave of long-term race agreements across the F1 schedule.
Why it matters
- Confirms Baku as a mainstay on the calendar for the rest of the decade.
- Extends F1’s footprint in a region that has embraced a high-impact street event with strong local backing.
- Reflects F1’s broader strategy of locking in marquee venues with multi-year deals.
A quick history of Baku in F1
- Debut: 2016 as the European Grand Prix.
- Renamed: Azerbaijan Grand Prix from 2017 onward.
- Signature feature: The ultra-narrow castle section at Turn 8 and a 2.2 km flat-out blast along the shoreline.
- Competitive highlight: Seven different winners in eight races; Sergio Perez (2021, 2023) is the only repeat winner.
What they said
F1 president and CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the venue’s appeal and the partnership’s strength: "The circuit is unique, with technical sections and long straights that run through the stunning shoreline and historic old town, delivering an eventful and entertaining race every year."
Dr. Farid Gayibov, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, added: "This extension reaffirms our commitment to hosting world-class events and further strengthens Azerbaijan’s position on the international stage."
What’s next
With the new agreement in place, attention turns to further enhancements for the fan experience and continued operational refinements at one of F1’s most challenging street circuits. Expect Baku to remain a magnet for unpredictable races and bold strategic calls.
