When does the F1 season start?

The 2026 Formula 1 season starts in March. The full season runs from March through November/December, featuring 24 Grands Prix across five continents.

How many races are in an F1 season?

The 2026 F1 season features 24 Grands Prix — one of the largest calendars in Formula 1 history. Six of those weekends also include a shorter Sprint race with its own points.

What is an F1 Sprint race?

A Sprint is a 100km race (~30 minutes) held on select weekends instead of a second free practice session. Sprint results award limited points (8 down to 1 for top 8) and do not affect the main race grid position.

How many laps are in an F1 race?

Lap counts vary by circuit — all races cover approximately 305 km (190 miles). Short circuits like Monaco have ~78 laps while longer venues like Spa-Francorchamps have ~44 laps.

What is the longest F1 race?

The Singapore Grand Prix is historically one of the longest races due to its street circuit and frequent safety cars. The 2022 Singapore GP ran to exactly 2 hours — the maximum allowed time limit under FIA regulations.

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