"Formula 1 moves along to Baku for round 17 -- the eighth race in Azerbaijan's capital city. Championship leader Oscar Piastri won here last year, but it's Charles Leclerc who is the qualifying king of the castle circuit, with four previous pole positions. However, he has not yet converted it into a race victory. Plus, can McLaren wrap up the constructors' championship on Sunday? Here's what's coming up this weekend..."
"Weather forecast - mixed Friday is set to be hot and sunny with peak temperatures of 25°C (77°F). Cloud comes in on Saturday and Sunday bringing with it slightly cooler temperatures of 20-21°C (68-69°F). There is a chance of light rain on Saturday and Sunday. Jump to: Circuit history & stats | Race predictions | How to watch | Championship standings"
Round 17 of the Formula 1 season takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking the circuit's eighth appearance on the calendar. Oscar Piastri leads the drivers' championship and won in Baku last year. Charles Leclerc has claimed four pole positions at the castle circuit but has not yet converted any into a race victory. McLaren can potentially clinch the constructors' championship this weekend. Friday's forecast is hot and sunny with peak temperatures of 25°C, while Saturday and Sunday are expected to be cloudier and slightly cooler at 20–21°C with a chance of light rain. Team orders and sprint race plans for 2026 also feature in weekend narratives.
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