F1 Sprint Changes for 2023

Overview

• In 2023, the F1 Sprint format is undergoing significant changes to bring more drama, jeopardy, and glory.
• The aim is to enhance the experience of the Grand Prix weekend.

Previous Format (2022)

• Qualifying set the grid for the Sprint.
• Sprint results set the grid for the Sunday Grand Prix.

New Format (2023)

Friday

• Single Practice Session
  • Only practice session of the weekend.
  • Teams have one hour to:
    • Hone setups
    • Understand tires
    • Finalize cars
• Traditional Qualifying
  • Sets the grid for Sunday's Grand Prix.
  • Determines Pole Position.

Saturday

• Sprint Shootout

  • Replaces FP2.
  • Shorter qualifying session to decide the order of the Sprint in the afternoon.
  • Format:
    • Q1: 12 minutes
    • Q2: 10 minutes
    • Q3: 8 minutes
    • 7-minute breaks in between sessions.
  • Mandatory tire choices:
    • Medium tires for Q1 and Q2.
    • Soft tires for Q3.
  • Drivers in Q1 have:
    • Time for two runs, potentially with a pit stop.
  • In Q2 and Q3:
    • Only time for two time laps.
    • No time for fresh tire stops.

• Sprint Race

  • 100 km race (approximately 30 minutes).
  • Pure racing, focused on driver and car performance.
  • Point distribution remains the same:
    • 8 points for the winner.
    • 1 point for 8th place.

Sunday

• Full Grand Prix
  • Chance to earn a maximum of 34 points over the weekend.
  • Known and loved full race format.

Impact of Changes

• Each day now holds significant importance for championship battles.
• New Sprint Shootout and format designed to:
  • Increase jeopardy.
  • Encourage drivers to push to the limit.
  • Enhance the overall Grand Prix weekend experience.