F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Start time, starting grid, how to watch & more
Charles Leclerc secured pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, beating Oscar Piastri by 0.321 seconds. This marks the fourth consecutive time the Ferrari driver will start from the front in Baku.
While Piastri is in contention for victory from second, championship contender Lando Norris will start from 17th after confusion between yellow and white flags led to his early exit in Q1.
Carlos Sainz starts third, with Sergio Perez taking a rare positive result in fourth, two places ahead of his Red Bull teammate Max Verstappen.
Franco Colapinto will start ninth in his second outing for Williams, followed by teammate Alex Albon and Haas stand-in Oliver Bearman, filling in for Kevin Magnussen.
When is the F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
The 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which is the 17th round of the F1 season, will take place on Sunday, 15 September 2024, starting at 3:00 pm local time (12:00 pm BST).
How to watch Formula 1?
In the UK, Formula 1 is broadcast live on Sky Sports, with race highlights available on Channel 4 a few hours after the event. Fans can also stream the races live via NOW.
To access Sky Sports F1, you can add it to your Sky Sports package for £18 a month. Alternatively, you can watch via NOW with a one-time payment of £11.99 for a day pass or £34.99 for a monthly membership.
How can I watch the F1 Azerbaijan GP?
In the UK, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Coverage on Sky Sports F1 starts at 10:30am BST, ahead of the race's start at 12:00pm BST. The race will also be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event.
Channels: Sky Sports F1, Sky Sports Main Event
Start time: 10:30am BST, Sunday 15 September 2024
For live text updates, Autosport will provide minute-by-minute coverage of the Azerbaijan GP.
When can I watch the F1 Azerbaijan GP highlights?
Channel 4 will air highlights of the race in the UK at 4:30pm BST on Sunday. The two-and-a-half-hour programme will cover pre-race analysis, race highlights, and post-race reactions, summarizing the key moments of the weekend. Highlights will also be available on Channel 4’s catch-up services.
Channel: Channel 4
Start time: 4:30pm BST, Sunday 15 September 2024
Will the F1 Azerbaijan GP be on the radio?
Yes, live radio coverage of the Azerbaijan GP, including practice, qualifying, and the race itself, will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live, 5 Live Sports Extra, and through the BBC Sounds app. Live coverage of the race starts at 12:00pm BST on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Weather forecast for the F1 Azerbaijan GP
Current forecasts suggest dry and warm conditions in Baku for race day. There is a low chance of rain, and moderate winds are expected. The temperature at the start of the race is predicted to be around 26°C.
How many laps is the F1 Azerbaijan GP?
The race will consist of 51 laps around the Baku City Circuit, covering a total distance of 306.049 km.
F1 Azerbaijan GP starting grid
The starting grid for the Azerbaijan GP will be finalized following the qualifying session, determining the positions for the race day.