WEB Shootout and points explained: F1's sprint format
A deep dive into the changes to the F1 sprint format
What is the WEB Shootout?
The WEB Shootout is a new qualifying format that will be used in Formula 1 in 2023. It will replace the current Saturday afternoon qualifying session and will determine the grid for the Sprint race. The Shootout will be a shorter, more intense session than the current qualifying format, and it will be held on Saturday morning.
How does the WEB Shootout work?
The WEB Shootout will be held in three segments. In the first segment, all 20 drivers will take to the track for a 12-minute session. The five slowest drivers will be eliminated at the end of the first segment. The remaining 15 drivers will then progress to the second segment, which will be a 10-minute session. The five slowest drivers in the second segment will be eliminated, leaving the top 10 drivers to progress to the final segment.
The final segment of the WEB Shootout will be a six-minute session. The driver who sets the fastest lap time in the final segment will be awarded pole position for the Sprint race. The remaining drivers will be lined up behind the pole-sitter in order of their lap times.
What are the points awarded in the WEB Shootout?
The top three drivers in the WEB Shootout will be awarded points. The winner will receive three points, the second-place driver will receive two points, and the third-place driver will receive one point.
What are the key differences between the WEB Shootout and the current qualifying format?
The WEB Shootout is a shorter, more intense session than the current qualifying format. It will be held on Saturday morning, instead of Saturday afternoon. The Shootout will also award points to the top three drivers.
What are the advantages of the WEB Shootout?
The WEB Shootout is designed to be more exciting and unpredictable than the current qualifying format. It will also give drivers a chance to earn points towards the championship.
What are the disadvantages of the WEB Shootout?
The WEB Shootout could lead to more crashes and incidents, as drivers will be pushing harder to set fast lap times. It could also make it more difficult for drivers to overtake during the Sprint race.
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