The 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix was the eighth round of the 2022 Formula One World Championship at the Baku City Circuit in Baku on 12 June 2022. The 51-lap race was won by Max Verstappen. Charles Leclerc, who was second in the championship standings prior to the race, retired on lap 21 due to power unit issues, and fell to third in the standings behind Sergio Pérez. With the win, Verstappen extended his lead to 21 points. Round 8 of 22 · 2022 Formula One World Championship June 12, 2022 at 11:00 UTC Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan Podium: 1. Max Verstappen · 2. Sergio Pérez · 3. George Russell Pole position: Charles Leclerc Wiki link