Formula 1 Moves 2026 Azerbaijan GP to Saturday for Remembrance Day

The 2026 Formula 1 season will feature a revised pre-season testing schedule with three tests, including a private test in Barcelona from January 26-30 and two three-day tests in Bahrain in February, ahead of the season opener in Australia in March. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix date has been moved from Sunday, September 27, to Saturday, September 26, to accommodate Azerbaijan's national Remembrance Day, a day of mourning for the 44-day Patriotic War in 2020. This change shifts all race weekend events one day earlier, and teams have been notified to adjust their plans accordingly. The 2026 season marks a significant transition with new regulations introducing smaller, lighter cars powered by a hybrid of electric and internal combustion engines, and the entry of new teams such as Cadillac F1 and Audi's takeover of the Sauber team. Additionally, the calendar will include the debut of the Madrid Grand Prix, replacing Imola, while Baku remains the 17th race in a 24-race season. These updates reflect Formula 1's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and expanding its global footprint.