Why the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Is Held on a Saturday
The 2026 Formula 1 calendar places the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on a Saturday, a departure from the usual Sunday finish that most fans are accustomed to. This scheduling quirk is tied to the nation’s observance of Remembrance Day on Sunday, September 27, prompting organizers to move the entire race weekend forward by one day. As a result, practice sessions kick off on Thursday, qualifying takes plac…
Sept. 18, 2026, 6 a.m.