Andrea Kimi Antonelli heads to Baku with back-to-back wins and an 81-point lead over George Russell. The Azerbaijan street circuit always delivers drama, and the 2026 edition has a unique twist: the race is on Saturday, not Sunday.
The weekend kicks off on Thursday, September 24, with two F1 practice sessions. Qualifying will be held on Friday, September 25, followed by the race on Saturday, September 26. This shift forces teams to adjust their strategies, especially in managing track time and simulation data.
At Mercedes, Antonelli is riding high. But pressure comes from Lewis Hamilton, now 101 points adrift after a DNF in Madrid. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc faces a possible grid penalty as Ferrari may need a new power unit—the one from Monza is reportedly badly damaged.
For fans in Indonesia, live coverage is on Sky Sport F1, while TV8 airs delayed qualifying and race. Full schedule: Thursday, FP1 at 10:30 and FP2 at 14:00; Friday, FP3 at 10:30 and Qualifying at 14:00; Saturday, Race at 13:00. F2 also features a beefed-up format: two qualifying sessions and two feature races plus a sprint race.
The challenging characteristics of the Baku circuit—a mix of long straights and tight corners in the old city—often produce surprises. The Azerbaijan GP hall of fame shows dominance by drivers like Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen in recent years. This could be an opportunity for teams willing to take strategic risks.
With a substantial points gap, Antonelli remains cautious. He knows one mistake in Baku could change the championship picture. Russell and Hamilton won't give up, while Leclerc battles technical issues. Saturday's race will be the ultimate test.
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