The Azerbaijan Grand Prix will remain on the Formula One schedule through at least 2030. The organisation announced the contract extension on Saturday.
The race has been held at the Baku City Circuit since 2016, when it was called the European Grand Prix. It got a permanent spot on the calendar in 2017 and was renamed the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
"There's an incredible energy to the city of Baku and since our first Grand Prix here in 2016, Formula 1 has consistently received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from the people of Azerbaijan," Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of F1", said in a news release.
"This renewal reflects the strong trust and commitment between Formula 1, the Azerbaijani Government, and the promoter, and paves the way for an exciting future in the country."
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