Pictures from the build-up to the 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix build-up in pictures
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Unicron (@unicron2002)
22nd June 2017, 13:20
I spy some road markings on the track… I know it’s a petty little thing but I do like the road markings to be left on street circuits, gives them a grittier feel. Otherwise you just get these soul-less ‘urban circuits’ like Valencia and Sochi. And like Baku was last year.
Keith Collantine (@keithcollantine)
22nd June 2017, 14:57
@unicron2002 Totally agree!
Strontium (@strontium)
23rd June 2017, 2:22
@unicron2002 I totally agree too, it just feels nice to have, and actually helps to give a sense of speed around the streets too, even if we don’t realise it.
One thing I haven’t spotted is any “well done Baku” signs. Hopefully that was Bernie’s idea and an idea which isn’t returning.
Bleu (@bleu)
22nd June 2017, 15:58
I would find it very funny if Force India and Renault would crash between pink and yellow buildings.
machinesteve
22nd June 2017, 19:09
Its always empty, does anyone actually live in Baku or are they all in prison camps?
Zazeems (@zazeems)
22nd June 2017, 23:06
Probably in the minority here, but I love those Force India overalls.