How to play F1 fantasy

P1 Fantasy Racing is a free Formula 1 fantasy league built around one big decision: which driver do you back this weekend? Here is everything you need to know about picks, points and bonuses.

Four steps to the podium

  1. Join the F1 league free and choose your player name.
  2. Pick one driver before every Grand Prix and every sprint.
  3. Score the real F1 points your driver earns, plus race-day bonuses.
  4. Climb the global F1 fantasy standings all season long.

F1 fantasy scoring

Your driver earns you the official Formula 1 points they score. Grand Prix points: P1 25, P2 18, P3 15, P4 12, P5 10, P6 8, P7 6, P8 4, P9 2, P10 1. Sprint points: P1 8, P2 7, P3 6, P4 5, P5 4, P6 3, P7 2, P8 1.

Grand Prix bonus points

  • +3: Driver gains 5 or more places from the grid. Starts P14, finishes P8: +3 on top of their 4 race points.
  • +5: Podium finish from P11 or further back. Starts P12, finishes P3: 15 race points, +5 giant-killer bonus and +3 for places gained.
  • +2: Driver finishes ahead of their teammate. Finishes P6 while their teammate is P9 or out of the race: +2.

Each driver can be picked up to 3 times a season for Grands Prix and 3 times for sprints. Picks lock when each session starts and stay hidden from rivals until then.

F1 fantasy tips to win your league

  • Use live win odds to spot value picks.
  • Ration the top drivers: you only get 3 uses of each.
  • Back fast cars starting out of position for overtaking and podium bonuses.
  • Never skip sprint weekends: they are an extra pick and extra points.

F1 fantasy league FAQ

Is P1 Fantasy Racing free?

Yes. Creating an account and playing in the global F1 fantasy league is completely free.

How does F1 fantasy scoring work?

You pick one driver for each Grand Prix and one for each sprint. You score the official points your driver earns, plus race-day bonuses: +3 for gaining five or more places, +5 for a podium from P11 or lower on the grid, and +2 for beating their teammate.

Can I pick the same driver every week?

No. Each driver can be picked up to three times per season for Grands Prix and three times for sprints, so you need to plan when to use the big names.

When do picks lock?

Picks lock when each session starts. Until then you can change your mind, and other players cannot see who you picked.

Where do the F1 win odds come from?

Win odds are taken from live Kalshi prediction market prices and refreshed through race week. They are shown for information only and you do not need a Kalshi account to play.

Can I join the F1 league late in the season?

Yes. You can join at any time and start picking from the next session.