F1 set for unprecedented points haul after 2027 Sprint expansion
The increase in the number of Sprint weekends from six to 10 will result in the 2027 season awarding the highest number of points in Formula 1 history so far, while also giving greater importance to sprint races. The Sprint format, introduced in Formula 1 in 2021, has undergone several changes over the years, both in terms of its format and the number and location of events.
The Formula 1 season set for 2027 is poised to achieve an unprecedented number of points, thanks to an expansion in the number of Sprint weekends. Currently, the 2027 calendar will feature 24 Grands Prix, with each race distributing 101 points to the top ten finishers, totaling 2,424 points. However, the introduction of 10 Sprint races instead of the previous six will significantly increase the total points available, elevating the championship to its highest point total in history.
The new Sprint format, introduced in 2021, will also elevate the importance of short races, with 144 additional points set to be awarded across the shorter events in 2027. Four new venues, including Bahrain, Australia, Japan, and Abu Dhabi, will join existing Sprint locations such as Canada, Great Britain, Italy, Brazil, and Qatar.
Monaco will also make its first-ever Sprint debut. The increase in the number of Sprint races from six in 2026 to ten in 2027 will have a profound impact on the championship, with the additional points offering drivers and teams more opportunities to gain an edge. Overall, the 2027 Formula 1 season will see a remarkable 144 points increase, representing a 5.45% rise from the 2026 total, marking a significant milestone in the sport's history.
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