The wildest moments from 10 years of F1 racing in Baku

As Formula 1 celebrates 10 years of racing in Baku, we look back at the most dramatic moments from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. From the infamous 2017 clash between Sebastian Vettel and Lewis Hamilton to Daniel Ricciardo’s tactical masterclass in the same year, the street circuit has consistently produced unpredictable results. The race has seen legendary rivalries boil over, most notably the 2018 collision between Red Bull teammates Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo, and the heartbreaking late-race tyre failures for Valtteri Bottas in 2018 and Max Verstappen in 2021. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton’s 2021 restart error and the chaotic 2024 double-retirement between Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz highlight the immense pressure of navigating these narrow streets. Even in recent times, the circuit remains a test of nerves and precision. The 2025 qualifying session set a record for chaos with six red flags involving drivers like Alex Albon, Nico Hulkenberg, and Oscar Piastri, reinforcing Baku's reputation as one of the most unforgiving and spectacular venues on the F1 calendar.