Formula One ( F1 )

Just looked up this sprint qualifying thing. Glad I did.

The Formula 1 weekend is getting a shake-up this weekend in Silverstone, with the introduction of F1 Sprint (or Sprint Qualifying to some). Here’s your one-stop shop to what expect from Formula 1’s trial aimed at enriching the experience of a full Grand Prix weekend, for both fans at the track and around the world, from the tension of Friday’s flat-out qualifying session through to the chequered flag on Sunday afternoon…

What’s the format?

F1 Sprint will be a race run over 100km (in Silverstone's case, 17 laps) and lasting around 25-30 minutes. It is designed to provide a short and fast-paced racing spectacle – similar to a Twenty20 cricket match – with drivers racing flat-out from start to finish without the need to pit.

Points will be awarded to the top three finishers, three for the winner down to one point for third. There won’t be a podium ceremony, as that honour will remain the privilege of the top three in Sunday’s Grand Prix, however there will be a special post-Sprint presentation for the top three.

The finishing order of the race will define the grid for Sunday’s showpiece event – the Grand Prix, where the traditional format will remain unchanged.

Eh? I don't think I'm any clearer. Oh wait, there's a picture. Well why didn't you just say that?

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