Formula 1
Race News & Analysis

Formula 1, sanctioned by the FIA, pits ten teams and twenty drivers against each other in a season of Grands Prix. Each race is capped at two hours, pushing strategy and skill to the limit. The current era balances hybrid power with a strict budget cap, making efficiency as vital as speed.

How a Grand Prix Weekend and the Points System Work

• A standard weekend runs from Friday practice to Sunday's race, while sprint weekends compress practice and add a shorter Saturday sprint race.
• The winner of the main race earns 25 points, with positions down to tenth scoring incrementally, and the fastest lap bonus point was removed from 2025.
• Points from both the main race and sprint events count toward the drivers' and constructors' championships, rewarding consistency across the calendar.

What the 2026 Technical Regulations Changed for the Cars

• Cars are now lighter and more nimble, improving handling and reducing physical strain on tyres.
• Active aerodynamics allow surfaces to change shape on straights to cut drag, then reset for corners, boosting overtaking opportunities.
• The power units combine a much larger electrical component with fully sustainable fuel, increasing hybrid output while shrinking fuel consumption.

This new generation demands a fresh approach from teams and drivers. Every session in 2026 offers a chance to see how these bold rules reshape the sport. Stay here for data driven stories from the heart of the season.