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Baku, F1 final practice and qualifying: the weekend heats up
In Azerbaijan, the starting grid is decided: final practice and qualifying set the pace for the Formula 1 weekend.
26 September 2026 1 min read 1 views
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend in Baku reaches its decisive stage with final practice and qualifying, both vital on a street circuit where traffic and the walls leave no room for mistakes.
Teams will use the session to fine-tune car setup and strategy, with special focus on tyre management and the single flying lap, which can be priceless on a track where starting near the front matters a lot.