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A sprint race during the Azerbaijan GP as well? In Baku they hope so

As is widely known F1 will try out the sprint race format three times this year. Respectively England, Italy and Brazil will have the honour to be the first to start with the new experiment. Other circuits are of course also interested in organising such a sprint race weekend, as is Baku. Arif Rahimov advocate Arif Rahimov, executive director of Baku City Circuit, says to Autosport.com that he is open to it. "I know it's been opposed by a few of the drivers, and they think it's quite risky. To be honest, I think any change would be kind of welcomed, and any experiments would be good.", Rahimov said. Rahimov understands that the reactions to the sprint races vary, but he is...
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