Each year since 2017, the Baku City Circuit has been the venue for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a stage of the world-renowned Formula 1 car race. Hundreds of visitors and racing enthusiasts flock to watch the high-speed vehicles tear along the Seaside Boulevard. Additionally, for nearly a decade, Baku has been the host for the final of the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup at the National Gymnastics Arena, attracting the world's best gymnasts.
Another annual event is the international tennis ranking tournament in memory of Heydar Aliyev, with participation from young athletes aged 14 to 18. Lastly, let's not overlook chess, one of Azerbaijan's most popular sports. This summer, Baku is set to host the World Chess Cup, where 206 chess players will engage in a thrilling knockout competition.