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Baku Track Woes: Turn 7 Repaired Overnight for F1 Qualifying
26 Sep
Summary
- Turn 7 approach at Baku City Circuit underwent overnight track surface repairs.
- F1 drivers raised concerns, prompting immediate action from circuit authorities.
- Track status at other turns remains uncertain before F1 qualifying begins.
Urgent remedial work was completed overnight at Turn 7 of the Baku City Circuit following complaints from Formula 1 drivers. The track surface at this corner had become loose due to the high temperatures experienced during Thursday's practice sessions. This necessitated immediate repairs to ensure safety and performance ahead of Friday's qualifying session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026.
In addition to Turn 7, other sections of the circuit also required attention. Pre-event notes indicated that patches at Turns 2, 3, and 4 had been resurfaced, as had another patch at Turn 19. While the identities of the drivers reporting issues were not disclosed, their feedback was significant enough for circuit authorities to act swiftly.
Concerns remain regarding the long-term effectiveness of the repairs, particularly as track temperatures are expected to increase throughout Friday. Although the F2 Sprint Race proceeded without incident at Turn 7, the lower morning temperatures may not accurately reflect the conditions F1 cars will face during qualifying. Drivers have also voiced concerns about potential hazards in the final sector, specifically Turns 18 and 19, due to slow-moving cars on their initial laps.
