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F1 Points System: How Does Points Scoring Work in 2024?

Somin Bhattacharjee
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F1 Points System: How Does Points Scoring Work in 2024?

F1, one of the most watched sports in the world, has fans all over the world rooting for their favorite drivers to win the championship. But how does this championship work? The simple answer is, the driver scoring the most number of points wins the world championship. Similarly, the points also decide the final standings, not just for the drivers, but for the teams too.

The system, however, is not very complex, as the number of points one can score is already in the rulebook. It is the same for all categories of motorsport, but let’s take a look at the F1 points scoring system.

In Formula 1, only the top 10 finishers of a race score points. Additionally, the driver who secures the fastest lap of the race will score an additional point, but there is a catch. To get a point for the fastest lap, the driver has to finish in the top 10.

P1 – 25 points
P2 – 18 points
P3 – 15 points
P4 – 12 points
P5 – 10 points
P6 – 8 points
P7 – 6 points
P8 – 4 points
P9 – 2 points
P10 – 1 point

This system, is applicable for the main Grand Prix races, upon more than 75% completion. For Sprint races, the number of points awarded is different.

Points scoring system for Sprint Races

When it comes to sprint races, the number of points awarded is considerably lesser. The races were introduced in 2021 to add more excitement to a Grand Prix weekend, and initially, the winner would get just 3 points, followed by 2 for the runner-up and 1 for the third-place finisher. Now, after a revamp, sprint races award more points, and are distributed amongst the top 8 finishers.

P1 – 8 points
P2 – 7 points
P3 – 6 points
P4 – 5 points
P5 – 4 points
P6 – 3 points
P7 – 2 points
P8 – 1 point

Points awarded for shortened F1 Grand Prix races

Sometimes, due to unforeseen circumstances, a race could be abandoned after a few laps of running. What happens in that case? Are the points completely scrapped or do the drivers get full points? Well, this topic became a heated subject after the 2021 Belgian GP.

The race in Spa was marred by heavy rainfall. It affected the start of the race, and in the end, only two laps of racing behind the safety car happened. The FIA, however, decided to award half of the points for those two uneventful laps. After that, the authorities sat down to make new rules.

When under 25% of a race is completed

P1 – 6 points
P2 – 4 points
P3 – 3 points
P4 – 2 points
P5 – 1 point

For drivers finishing P6 or below, no points are awarded.

When 25% to 50% off a race is completed

P1 – 13 points
P2 – 10 points
P3 – 8 points
P4 – 6 points
P5 – 5 points
P6 – 4 points
P7 – 3 points
P8 – 2 points
P9 – 1 point

For drivers finishing 10th (or below, of course), they score no points.

When 50%-75% of a race is completed

P1 – 19 points
P2 – 14 points
P3 – 12 points
P4 – 9 points
P5 – 8 points
P6 – 6 points
P7 – 5 points
P8 – 3 points
P9 – 2 points
P10 – 1 point

Like a normal Grand Prix system, if a driver finishes below P10, there won’t be points up for grabs. In case the race distance exceeds 75%, full points will be awarded.

Post Edited By:Aishwary Gaonkar

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Somin Bhattacharjee

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Basketball Editor Somin Bhattacharjee first discovered the game during the 2014 FIBA World Cup. Not long after, he turned to the NBA and found himself drawn to the Golden State Warriors — right at the start of Stephen Curry’s rise. Over time, the admiration turned into full-blown support for the team, one that continues even as the Curry era approaches its twilight. A true hoophead, Somin also follows EuroLeague basketball closely and enjoys exploring the game beyond the NBA. Though holding a bachelor's degree in marketing, Somin discovered his true calling in writing. Since 2021, he has penned over 3,000 articles for TheSportsRush, covering everything from breaking news to sharp opinion pieces and detailed exclusives. He thrives on writing about in-game moments and the reactions that make basketball a uniquely emotional sport. Beyond basketball, Somin plays different sports including soccer and remains a passionate fan of Spanish football giants Real Madrid

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