Race Grid Guide

Special 2026 dates: Baku runs Thursday 24 to Saturday 26 September, not the normal Friday-to-Sunday pattern. Gate, road and entertainment details should be rechecked in the final organiser guide.

Tickets & seats · Updated 23 August 2026

Best seats for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Choose between start-line atmosphere, Turn 1 braking, Old City scenery and late-lap speed according to what matters most.

01

Start, pits and Turn 1

Absheron sections line the main straight, with the official storefront distinguishing start/finish, pit and Turn 1 emphasis by section. Formula 1 specifically recommends the area for heavy braking and overtaking into Turn 1.

02

Old City setting

Icheri Sheher places spectators near the narrow castle section, where precision matters more than a conventional passing zone. Choose it for the distinctive setting and car placement rather than expecting repeated side-by-side moves.

03

Corner action and value

Azneft is associated with the Turn 16 direction change, while other named stands cover the boulevard and run back toward the line. Compare current screen, cover, access and price information; a dramatic map position does not guarantee every row the same sightline.

Primary sources

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