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How to Understand Complex Formula One Racing Rules
from: Maxx Sports GuidesAs the most popular motor sport in the world, Formula One racing has some complex rules. However, you don't have to know or understand every detail of the regulations to enjoy the sport.
Today's Formula One racing evolved from European Grand Prix racing of the early 1900s. Although still considered a European sport, more World Championship events each season are held outside of Europe than in Europe itself. However, the top Formula One racing teams have European home bases.
Of all the auto racing sports, Formula One racing is the most regulated. Restrictions are placed on every part of a vehicle. Builders must be innovative when building vehicles that will out perform other Formula One racing cars and still meet all the FIA (International Automobile Federation) guidelines.
The dangerous conditions of high speed racing led FIA to institute detailed safety regulations. These rules impact every facet of the sport from vehicle construction to the type of fabric used to create the driver's clothing.
Each race is held at a different location. Some locations have always traditionally been part of Formula One racing. Monte Carlo is the perfect example. The Monaco Grand Prix held at Monte Carlo has become synonymous with Formula One racing because it's always part of the series. Originally Formula One racing Grand Prix were held on closed public streets and the Monaco Grand Prix continues to follow this tradition.
Newer venues around the world, such as one at Bahrain, are held on tracks designed specifically to meet Formula One racing needs. Teams must transport their vehicles, equipment and spare parts to each race.
A Formula One racing team may enter up to two drivers and cars into each race. FIA guidelines also specify how the cars are to be painted. A team's two cars are similar in appearance but they must be distinguishable.
The World Championship season in Formula One racing lasts from early spring through fall each year. Races are three-day events with qualifying and testing runs on Friday and Saturday. Qualification runs are timed sessions. Starting position is based on performance during these qualification sessions.
A race day in Formula One racing is a loud, fast-paced, high-energy time for drivers, teams and spectators. The race consists of multiple laps around the circuit, whether the race is held on public streets or on a racetrack.
A special area alongside the track is designated as the pit area, where teams perform work on their cars. Pit crews are well known for their speed, as they add needed fuel, replace tires, and repair or replace parts during the race.
Formula One racing marshals use flags to communicate to drivers during a race. As well, a GPS system in each car indicates any current flag waving for cars on a particular section of track at the time.
Each Formula One racing season a World Championship title is awarded to one driver and one team. Top drivers are awarded points based on their final ranking at the end of each race. Teams earn points for each of the two cars they have entered in the race, and at the end of the season the driver and team with the most points are declared World Champions.
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