30-06-2025
Formula One chiefs announce major update to 2026 calendar
The 2026 Formula One season will feature a rare Saturday race after the FIA announced an update to the calendar.
Azerbaijan is the 17th race of the 24-race season and all team have been informed of the move. It comes after the Azerbaijan race promoter and government stakeholders formally requested the change of date.
The official update also provided fans with confirmation of the dates of the three pre-season sessions.
Test one will be a private event and will take place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya between January 26-30.
