00:00Baku, Azerbaijan's capital, is gearing up for the Formula One Grand Prix, set for September
00:0915.
00:10Almost all hotels are fully booked for that weekend.
00:142,000 volunteers, 1,400 marshals and 1,500 employees are working together to make sure
00:24everything runs smoothly.
00:27The vibes are amazing because there are a lot of preparations and behind the scenes
00:33and you are always learning something, you are having fun.
00:37Of course I feel very excited for this because we have a lot of events, some challenges and
00:45such a big team working.
00:49For me it's really important to be here.
00:53For the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, organisers have implemented new technologies and upgraded
01:00track infrastructure, enhancing safety and minimising disruptions for residents by reducing
01:07road closures and traffic congestions.
01:11It's a growing sport, it's expanding globally as well, so to be part of that, it's great
01:19for our country, it brings a lot of recognition, it brings in a lot of tourism as well.
01:26There's also a financial gain for the country and the citizens.
01:31Seating capacity has been increased by 35% to meet the demand for tickets and new stands
01:39have been added along the track.
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