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2024 Formula 1 Season: What to Expect and Key Highlights

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Paul Jake

Formula 1 analyst and editor

Explore the 2024 Formula 1 season with in-depth details on race schedules, winners, standings, and the points system. Stay updated with all you need to know about F1 2024 on F1-formula1.

The 2023 Formula 1 season bore a striking resemblance to 2022, with Max Verstappen and Red Bull showcasing dominant performances in both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships. What does 2024 have in store for F1 enthusiasts? Fans are eagerly anticipating more on-track battles and thrilling finishes. Here, we present everything you need to know about the 2024 Formula 1 season.

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Calendar and Winners

F1 2024: Race Calendar and Winners

No Grand Prix Date Time (CDMX, ET, AR) Winner
1 Bahrain Saturday, March 2 9:00 10:00
2 Saudi Arabia Saturday, March 9 11:00 13:00
3 Australia Sunday, March 24 22:00 (Saturday) 0:00
4 Japan Sunday, April 7 23:00 (Saturday) 1:00
5 China* Sunday, April 21 1:00 3:00
6 Miami* Sunday, May 5 14:00 16:00
7 Emilia Romagna Sunday, May 19 7:00 9:00
8 Monaco Sunday, May 26 7:00 9:00
9 Canada Sunday, June 9 12:00 14:00
10 Spain Sunday, June 23 7:00 9:00
11 Austria* Sunday, June 30 7:00 9:00
12 Great Britain Sunday, July 7 8:00 10:00
13 Hungary Sunday, July 21 7:00 9:00
14 Belgium Sunday, July 28 7:00 9:00
15 Netherlands Sunday, August 25 7:00 9:00
16 Italy Sunday, September 1 7:00 9:00
17 Azerbaijan Sunday, September 15 5:00 7:00
18 Singapore Sunday, September 22 6:00 8:00
19 United States* Sunday, October 20 13:00 15:00
20 Mexico Sunday, October 27 14:00 16:00
21 Brazil* Sunday, November 3 11:00 12:00
22 Las Vegas Sunday, November 24 0:00 1:00
23 Qatar* Sunday, December 1 11:00 12:00
24 Abu Dhabi Sunday, December 8 7:00 8:00

*Sprint race weekends

Championship Standings

Drivers’ Championship

Pos Driver Points
1 Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 265
2 Lando Norris (McLaren) 189
3 Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 162
4 Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) 154
5 Oscar Piastri (McLaren) 149
6 Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) 125
7 Checo Pérez (Red Bull) 124
8 George Russell (Mercedes) 116
9 Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) 45
10 Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) 24
11 Nico Hülkenberg (Haas) 22
12 Yuki Tsunoda (RB) 22
13 Daniel Ricciardo (RB) 11
14 Ollie Bearman (Ferrari) 6
15 Pierre Gasly (Alpine) 6
16 Kevin Magnussen (Haas) 5
17 Alexander Albon (Williams) 4
18 Esteban Ocon (Alpine) 3

Constructors’ Championship

Pos Team Points
1 Red Bull 389
2 McLaren 338
3 Ferrari 322
4 Mercedes 241
5 Aston Martin 69
6 RB 33
7 Haas 27
8 Alpine 9
9 Williams 4
10 Kick Sauber 0

Points System

Understanding the points system in F1 is crucial. Here’s a breakdown:

  • 1st Place: 25 points
  • 2nd Place: 18 points
  • 3rd Place: 15 points
  • 4th Place: 12 points
  • 5th Place: 10 points
  • 6th Place: 8 points
  • 7th Place: 6 points
  • 8th Place: 4 points
  • 9th Place: 2 points
  • 10th Place: 1 point
  • Fastest Lap: 1 extra point (if within top 10)

Additionally, sprint races award points from eight down to one for the top eight finishers.

The 2024 Formula 1 season promises excitement, competition, and dramatic races. With an extensive calendar and a points system that rewards consistency and speed, every race will be a crucial chapter in the championship battle. Stay tuned to F1-formula1 for all the latest updates and insights on the thrilling 2024 F1 season.

 

Sources

  • The Sporting News
  • Official F1 Website