BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 10. Only a few days left until the start of the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2025, which will be held in Baku on September 19-21, the Baku City Circuit Operations Company told Trend.
As race week rolls around, the engines will be revving and the
streets of Baku will be buzzing, turning our capital into the
beating heart of world motorsports.
Over 12,000 foreign tourists are set to flock to Baku during the
race days, making it a real hive of activity.
By the looks of the official figures, it seems that over 80
percent of the crowd last year was made up of folks from abroad.
Many guests even showed up in our capital without a ticket to their
name, just to soak up the buzz of Formula 1.
As per the numbers crunched by Formula 1, a whopping 55 percent of
fans are all in when it comes to recommending the Azerbaijan Grand
Prix to their pals, and a solid 72 percent are itching to return in
the next couple of years.
The writing's on the wall, as the average foreign fan is shelling
out over $2,200, turning the Grand Prix into a golden goose for
tourism and entrepreneurship.
In 2024, the crowd tuning in to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix live
soared past 86 million, while the buzz around the race on various
platforms reached a staggering 3.9 billion viewers.
With the buzz surrounding the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, two new stands
sprang up in 2025, hitting the ground running.
Tickets for 10 out of the 12 stands have flown off the shelves and
are now as scarce as hen's teeth.
The total capacity is set to soar past 20,000 people, which will
only bolster Baku's standing on the Formula 1 map.
A multitude of folks have rolled up their sleeves and thrown their
hats in the ring for the race preparations. Over 2,000 engineers,
technicians, assemblers, and logisticians are rolling up their
sleeves and getting their hands dirty in the construction and
installation work.
To keep the peace and avoid ruffling any feathers, the work is
done mostly under the cover of darkness.
During race week, the team swells with an extra 1,500 employees,
2,000 volunteers, and 1,400 marshals, making it a real hive of
activity.
In the early days, the lion's share of the work went to foreign
companies, but nowadays, the ball is in the court of local
contractors who handle the whole shebang.
This paves the way for new job opportunities and boosts the
know-how of local experts.
Thus, the Grand Prix is not just a game of ball, but also a golden
opportunity for the country's economy to hit the ground
running.
Magsud Farzullayev, CEO of Baku City Circuit Operations Company, is calling on fans to soak up the thrilling race and take in the warm Azerbaijani hospitality.
"The previous year was a record-breaking year. The Azerbaijan
Grand Prix has become one of the most anticipated races on the
Formula 1 calendar as a result of the widespread interest. In
addition, 2025 will be even more incredible. Two new structures
will enable the event to reach its highest capacity ever. An
exclusive Formula 1 Champions Club will be operational for the
first time, providing guests with the opportunity to experience
paddock excursions, pit lane views, and other distinctive
experiences. This will provide an additional opportunity for
spectators to witness the Azerbaijan Grand Prix live.
Baku is once again the destination for the world's most formidable
drivers, and they are promising unforgettable experiences. Baku
City Circuit is primed for surprises, as is customary. If the
track's tempo appears to be too sluggish for your liking, simply
anticipate the evening: On September 19, DJ Anyma and Glass
Animals, two international superstars, will deliver an exceptional
performance to attendees," he said.
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