Formula 1 returns to Lusail International Circuit: A fans’ guide to the points system
The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: With just two months remaining until the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024 descends upon Lusail International Circuit (LIC),...
Doha, Qatar: With just two months remaining until the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024 descends upon Lusail International Circuit (LIC), excitement levels are reaching fever pitch right across the region.
This year’s F1 has welcomed a generation of new fans, all captivated by the high-octane excitement provided by the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition.
With multiple race fixtures taking place all over the globe, let’s take a deep dive into the championship’s all important scoring system to understand how those precious points ultimately decide the destiny of the drivers and their teams. The following guide will help fans ramp up their racing knowledge for maximum enjoyment ahead of this year’s Grand Prix.
But first…how many teams, drivers and races are there in this year’s FIA Formula One World Championship?
A total of 20 drivers and 10 teams make up the current Formula 1 grid, with each team fielding two cars.
