Antonelli leads as Azerbaijan Grand Prix shifts to Saturday
The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be held at the Baku City Circuit on Saturday, Sept. 19, with a 3 p.m. AZT start after organizers moved the race from its usual Sunday slot to avoid Azeri Remembrance Day. Kimi Antonelli arrives off a Spanish Grand Prix victory and leads the drivers' standings by 81 points over Mercedes teammate George Russell, a significant championship advantage. The scheduling change affects global broadcast timing and access: Apple TV now holds U.S. rights with several free-trial options, Sky Sports covers the UK, TSN requires a $30 premium in Canada, and Fox Sports/Foxtel and Kayo serve Australia.
Azerbaijan Grand Prix runs Saturday and Antonelli leads by 81 points
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The race was moved from Sunday because of Azeri Remembrance Day. Antonelli won in Spain last weekend and leads by 81 points. The race could change his lead further.
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