Azerbaijan GP talks "positive" over F1 race deal extension

The AzerbaijanGP is set to remain on the F1 calendar long-term, with race organisers in talks over a new deal 🗣️ Full story ⬇️

The race, held on a high-speed course around the city of Baku, has been characterised by its action-packed races to become something of a modern classic in F1's current cast of circuits.

"I can't really disclose the details of the negotiations - however, it's no secret that we are really looking forward to it being signed. It's going in a positive direction," said Baku City Circuit head of communications Turab Teymurov. "But it's not just that. There are also social benefits - a volunteering program, youth programs, corporate; social responsibility-wise, it's very, very profitable. It brings a lot of value.

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