F1 Drivers’ Championship: How It Works

The Drivers’ Championship is the individual award given to the Formula 1 driver who scores the most points across an entire season. Points are awarded at each race and sprint race based on finishing position. The driver with the most points at the end of the season is crowned World Champion. It is the most prestigious individual title in motorsport. A driver can win the Drivers’ Championship even if their team does not win the Constructors’ Championship.

Example: With two races remaining, the Drivers’ Championship is still mathematically open — three drivers could theoretically take the title.