The FIA, Formula One Management (FOM), and Formula One teams are considering expanding the points-scoring positions from the current 10 to 12, with the change set to be discussed in the near future. The move would see just eight cars not scoring points in Sunday races, with the aim of providing more incentive and competition for teams in the midfield.
The F1 Commission is reviewing a proposal to increase the number of points-scoring positions in Formula One races. The proposal, which has the support of smaller teams, would see the top 10 finishers score points. The change could be incorporated into the sporting regulations for 2025.
Formula One teams are set to discuss a proposal to extend the points-scoring positions from 10th down to 12th place in the coming season. Currently, points are only awarded to drivers finishing in the top 10, with the winner receiving 25 points and the 10th-place finisher receiving 1 point. The proposed change would see points awarded to the top 12 finishers, with the winner still receiving 25 points and the 12th-place finisher receiving 1 point. This move is supported by several teams, including Ferrari and Haas, who believe that it would help to make the races more interesting for teams in the midfield and at the back of the grid. However, some teams, such as Red Bull, have expressed concerns that it could devalue the achievement of finishing in the top 10.
