Founded in 1950, Formula 1 is one of the world’s most demanding motorsport competitions. It has a rich heritage and is widely considered to be the pinnacle of motorsport, with incredibly complex and sophisticated cars that are powered by turbo-hybrid power units, eight-speed paddle shift gearboxes, 18-inch tyres and a host of other technical elements. The coveted Drivers Championship captures the imagination of fans and therefore attracts more media attention, but the Constructors Championship is where the real battles are at. The teams – Alpine, Aston Martin, Haas, Ferrari, McLaren, Nissan, Red Bull, Sauber and Williams – work relentlessly towards this prestigious title and its significant prize money.
The team that collects the most points at the end of the season is crowned champions. Whether it be a case of team politics, internal rivalries or the sheer brilliance of the drivers, finishing at the top of the standings is the ultimate goal and it’s why the sport is so compelling to watch.
F1 live standings track individual performances throughout the season, with each race influencing the overall leaderboard. The dynamic nature of the standings means even the smallest mistake or brilliant maneuver can significantly alter a driver’s position. It’s also not unusual for the standings to go down to the wire in the final races, with the most recent example being 2024 when McLaren pipped Ferrari in Abu Dhabi to win their first constructors title since 1998. There have also been 12 seasons when the Drivers Championship has been decided on the final round.